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Expert witness condemns claims by Lucy Letby's lawyer

Dr. Dewi Evans refuted claims regarding his evidence in Lucy Letby's case, calling them unfounded and disrespectful to the victims' families.

Letby's Lawyers Seek Appeal After Lead Expert Changed Mind' on Murders

The defense for Lucy Letby seeks to appeal her convictions based on claims of unreliable expert testimony.
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Hundreds more babies in US died than expected in months after Roe was overturned

Abortion bans linked to increased infant mortality rates, with a 7% rise in deaths following Roe v Wade's overturn.

Study links spike in infant deaths to Texas abortion ban

Restrictive abortion policies may impact infant health and mortality rates, shown by increased deaths in Texas post-implementation of Senate Bill 8.

Infant mortality in Texas has risen 13% since abortion ban

Abortion ban in Texas led to a significant increase in infant deaths, especially due to congenital anomalies, indicating potential consequences of similar bans in other states.

Infant dies and 10 others sick in latest listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat

Listeria outbreak linked to Yu Shang Food products has resulted in an infant's death and at least 10 other illnesses across multiple states.

HSE probes whether babies from homeless families are at greater risk of sudden infant death syndrome

SIDS is the second leading cause of death for newborns in Ireland, especially among marginalized families.

Hundreds More Babies Are Dying Since Banning Abortion

Post-Roe America has seen rising infant mortality rates, particularly linked to access to comprehensive women's healthcare and prenatal care disruptions.

Hundreds more babies in US died than expected in months after Roe was overturned

Abortion bans linked to increased infant mortality rates, with a 7% rise in deaths following Roe v Wade's overturn.

Study links spike in infant deaths to Texas abortion ban

Restrictive abortion policies may impact infant health and mortality rates, shown by increased deaths in Texas post-implementation of Senate Bill 8.

Infant mortality in Texas has risen 13% since abortion ban

Abortion ban in Texas led to a significant increase in infant deaths, especially due to congenital anomalies, indicating potential consequences of similar bans in other states.

Infant dies and 10 others sick in latest listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat

Listeria outbreak linked to Yu Shang Food products has resulted in an infant's death and at least 10 other illnesses across multiple states.

HSE probes whether babies from homeless families are at greater risk of sudden infant death syndrome

SIDS is the second leading cause of death for newborns in Ireland, especially among marginalized families.

Hundreds More Babies Are Dying Since Banning Abortion

Post-Roe America has seen rising infant mortality rates, particularly linked to access to comprehensive women's healthcare and prenatal care disruptions.
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Infant mortality rises for third year in a row, with risk tripling in deprived areas

Infant mortality is rising primarily due to socioeconomic disparities, with babies in deprived areas facing a disproportionately higher risk of death.

Morning Docket: 10.29.24

The Dobbs decision has led to an increase in infant mortality, raising concerns about its impact on public health.
Ninth Circuit ruling limits forced arbitration, favoring individual rights in legal proceedings.
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One death is too many': abortion bans usher in US maternal mortality crisis

Abortion restrictions in the US are exacerbating the maternal and infant mortality crisis, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.

What's the best state in the US to have a baby? Here's where California ranked

California ranks 11th among U.S. states for childbirth benefits according to Forbes Advisor, excelling yet just outside the top 10.
Expecting mothers nationwide face challenging conditions related to childbirth costs and medical care access according to the Forbes Advisor study.

One death is too many': abortion bans usher in US maternal mortality crisis

Abortion restrictions in the US are exacerbating the maternal and infant mortality crisis, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.

What's the best state in the US to have a baby? Here's where California ranked

California ranks 11th among U.S. states for childbirth benefits according to Forbes Advisor, excelling yet just outside the top 10.
Expecting mothers nationwide face challenging conditions related to childbirth costs and medical care access according to the Forbes Advisor study.
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#bats

Rise in pesticides linked to a surge in infant deaths, study finds

Increased pesticide use, driven by declining bat populations, is linked to a rise in infant mortality rates.

Loss of bats to lethal fungus linked to 1,300 child deaths in US, study says

The decline in bat populations due to a fungal disease has been linked to increased pesticide use and higher infant mortality rates in affected areas.

Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat Populations

Increased pesticide use due to bat population decline correlates with higher infant mortality rates, highlighting environmental health risks.

Rise in pesticides linked to a surge in infant deaths, study finds

Increased pesticide use, driven by declining bat populations, is linked to a rise in infant mortality rates.

Loss of bats to lethal fungus linked to 1,300 child deaths in US, study says

The decline in bat populations due to a fungal disease has been linked to increased pesticide use and higher infant mortality rates in affected areas.

Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat Populations

Increased pesticide use due to bat population decline correlates with higher infant mortality rates, highlighting environmental health risks.
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NHS trust admits contaminated feed caused baby's death after decade of denial

An NHS trust admitted responsibility for a baby's death due to contaminated feed, reversing over a decade of denial.

UK begins inquiry into how nurse Lucy Letby murdered seven babies

A public inquiry has been launched to examine the circumstances surrounding Lucy Letby's convictions for murdering seven infants in a neonatal unit.

The Infants Among the War Dead

The Israel-Hamas war has seen significant loss of infant life, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Why does postnatal care only last a few weeks? New data shows it should be years | Devi Sridhar

Scientific progress and modern medicine have significantly reduced infant mortality rates since 1950.
More than a third of women worldwide experience long-term health complications after giving birth, often unnoticed by the health system.
#maternal-health

Can family doctors deliver rural America from its maternal health crisis?

Many rural areas in the US lack hospital services for delivering babies, causing declines in prenatal care.
Maternal deaths and infant mortality rates are persistently high in states like Georgia and Louisiana.

Can family doctors deliver rural America from its maternal health crisis?

Many rural areas in the US lack hospital services for delivering babies, causing declines in prenatal care.
Maternal deaths and infant mortality rates are persistently high in states like Georgia and Louisiana.

Babies born early, ill, or dead: Florida spends millions on prevention. Why isn't it getting better?

Bereavement doulas like Jennifer Clayton provide crucial support for grieving families after infant loss.

Can family doctors deliver rural America from its maternal health crisis?

Many rural areas in the US lack hospital services for delivering babies, causing declines in prenatal care.
Maternal deaths and infant mortality rates are persistently high in states like Georgia and Louisiana.

Can family doctors deliver rural America from its maternal health crisis?

Many rural areas in the US lack hospital services for delivering babies, causing declines in prenatal care.
Maternal deaths and infant mortality rates are persistently high in states like Georgia and Louisiana.

Babies born early, ill, or dead: Florida spends millions on prevention. Why isn't it getting better?

Bereavement doulas like Jennifer Clayton provide crucial support for grieving families after infant loss.
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Mississippi has the nation's worst infant mortality. It will allow earlier Medicaid to help babies

Mississippi law allows earlier Medicaid coverage for pregnant women to improve outcomes
New law provides Medicaid coverage for pregnant women's outpatient care for 60 days
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Texas deaths of newborns rose 13% after the abortion ban

More newborns and infants in Texas are dying due to the state's abortion ban, causing a significant increase in infant mortality rates.

Infant Mortality Rose 13 Percent in Texas After Abortion Ban, Study Finds

Deaths of babies under 28 days old in Texas rose significantly after the state's near-total abortion ban in 2021.

Missouri GOP Blocks Abortion Exceptions, Goes After Planned Parenthood

The Missouri Senate blocked an amendment to the state's abortion ban that would have allowed exceptions in cases of rape and incest.
Missouri has a high rate of maternal and infant mortality, despite many maternal deaths being preventable.

Texas deaths of newborns rose 13% after the abortion ban

More newborns and infants in Texas are dying due to the state's abortion ban, causing a significant increase in infant mortality rates.

Infant Mortality Rose 13 Percent in Texas After Abortion Ban, Study Finds

Deaths of babies under 28 days old in Texas rose significantly after the state's near-total abortion ban in 2021.

Missouri GOP Blocks Abortion Exceptions, Goes After Planned Parenthood

The Missouri Senate blocked an amendment to the state's abortion ban that would have allowed exceptions in cases of rape and incest.
Missouri has a high rate of maternal and infant mortality, despite many maternal deaths being preventable.
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#racial-disparities

Johns Hopkins Study Finds That Infant Mortality Rose in Texas After Abortion Ban

Higher infant mortality rates in states with abortion restrictions, like Texas, were found, increasing 8% with a ban in 2021.

Statistics show the U.S. health care system is failing Black babies and their families. A new Oakland clinic wants to change that.

Black families face unique challenges in the healthcare system, which can lead to anxiety and stress.
The BLOOM: Black Baby Equity Clinic, staffed by healthcare workers who share the racial identities of the families they serve, aims to address the racial disparities in infant mortality.

Johns Hopkins Study Finds That Infant Mortality Rose in Texas After Abortion Ban

Higher infant mortality rates in states with abortion restrictions, like Texas, were found, increasing 8% with a ban in 2021.

Statistics show the U.S. health care system is failing Black babies and their families. A new Oakland clinic wants to change that.

Black families face unique challenges in the healthcare system, which can lead to anxiety and stress.
The BLOOM: Black Baby Equity Clinic, staffed by healthcare workers who share the racial identities of the families they serve, aims to address the racial disparities in infant mortality.
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Can family doctors deliver rural America from its maternal health crisis?

Many rural areas in the US lack hospital services for delivering babies, causing declines in prenatal care.
Maternal deaths and infant mortality rates are persistently high in states like Georgia and Louisiana.

Infant Mortality Spikes After Abortion Ban

More babies are dying in Texas post the restrictive abortion law, with deaths increasing by 12.9%, mostly due to congenital defects.

In Texas, Infant Mortality Rose After Abortion Ban

Abortion bans in Texas led to a 13% rise in infant mortality in 2022, driven by congenital anomalies, showing potential consequences on infant health.

Infant death rate spiked in Texas after restrictive abortion law, study finds

Restrictive abortion laws linked to higher infant death rates and birth defects in Texas post-six weeks ban.

Medicaid now covers doula care in NY, prenatal leave expanded

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced funding for doula care and paid time off for expectant mothers as part of a plan for a new maternal health center.
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