Microplastics, which are less than 5 millimeters, and nanoplastics, which are invisible to the naked eye, are widespread ...

Researchers found 12 different types of plastic in placentae—with significantly higher levels in those from preterm births.

A recent study has found that microplastic levels in placentas are over 50% higher in pre-term births compared to full-term ...

Microplastics and nanoplastics are more likely to show up in the placentae of premature babies than those born full-term, according to a team of US-based doctors. The discovery means there is a ...

Researchers discovered a molecular timer that gets activated in the first days of pregnancy and influences when mice give ...

A dad was told to say goodbye to his infant son after the first of two open-heart surgeries before his first birthday, an ...

A new study has found that microplastics and nanoplastics accumulate in the placenta at much higher levels in preterm births ...

In the 56-page report, HRW concluded that Israel — as the occupying power in Gaza — has violated the rights of pregnant women ...

Violations of Pregnant Women’s Rights Amid Israel’s Assault on Gaza,” finds that Israeli forces’ unlawful blockade of the ...

A large proportion of babies born very early need intensive care, which can be painful. But the healthcare system fails to provide pain relief to the full extent. This is shown by the largest survey ...

A large proportion of babies born very early need intensive care, which can be painful. But the health care system fails to ...