News articles tagged with 'birth' (Page 25)
Teenage fathers are more likely to have babies affected by birth problems
— 7 Feb 2008 15:12 | HealthTeenage fathers are at increased risk of having babies born with birth problems ranging from pre-term delivery or low birth weight, through to death in or near to the time of delivery,…
NIH scientists detect fatal copper disorder at birth
— 7 Feb 2008 15:12 | HealthA test developed by NIH scientists could greatly extend the survival of infants with Menkes disease, a rare, otherwise fatal disorder of copper metabolism. The test allows for early…
Genetic mutation increases risk of preterm birth
— 3 Feb 2008 11:47 | HealthGenetic mutations in the Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) gene appear to have significant association with inflammatory injury to the placenta and developing baby, researchers from the University…
Genetic mutations may contribute to preterm birth risk
— 3 Feb 2008 09:11 | HealthGenetic mutations in the enzyme methylenetetrahydrofoloate reductase (MTHFR) and coagulation protein Factor V appear to have significant association with blood clots and tissue injury…
Gene linked to preterm birth among Hispanic women
— 3 Feb 2008 08:40 | HealthResearchers at Yale School of Medicine have found that the gene ENPP1 is linked to preterm birth and low birth weight among Hispanic women…