Genetic clues found in cord blood can offer early insight into which infants are at higher risk for health problems like diabetes, stroke and liver disease later in life, researchers will report at ...

US test of 120 umbilical blood cord samples identified 42 Pfas compounds, which do not naturally break down ...

The umbilical cord is a literal lifeline between mother and child. It is responsible for transporting oxygen-rich blood and vital nutrients to the foetus, while whisking away waste products. However, ...

PFAS exposure is also associated with an increased risk of thyroid disease, cancer, fertility issues, and other health complications. As a result, dozens of states are restricting or banning PFAS in ...

A treatment to move blood from the umbilical cord into an infant’s body may provide a safe option for preterm infants born after 28 weeks who need rapid support, suggests a study supported by the ...

It's estimated that around 13.4 million infants are born prematurely around the world, and preterm birth complications are a major cause of mortality for these babies. Preterm births can happen both ...

The umbilical cord appears as a flexible tube in the ultrasound that connects your baby to the placenta. However, this tube has a major role in your baby’s growth and is not just a connection. It ...

Giving birth to a child who is unresponsive or struggling to breathe is a harrowing experience. The medical team must quickly cut the umbilical cord and then rush the baby to aid. But taking a few ...

Doctors might be able to predict a newborn's long-term health outlook, by analyzing their umbilical cord blood, a new study says. Genetic clues found in cord blood can offer early insight into which ...