| 单词 | birth defect |
| 例句 | Still, the horrifying stories about mothers trying to console their babies born with microcephaly and other tragic birth defects were heartbreaking. Proud 2018-07-24T00:00:00Z I studied hard, got straight A’s, but nobody seemed to see that I was smart and had nothing in common with this monster, this birth defect. The Woman Warrior 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z It looked like a birth defect, not an injury, so it could have been caused by a witch. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z In 2006, some seven hundred new mothers found out that doctors had taken their placentas without consent to test for abnormalities that might help the hospital defend itself against future lawsuits over birth defects. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks 2010-02-02T00:00:00Z From the moment she learned that she was pregnant, my grandmother was again tormented by fears that the baby would suffer a hideous birth defect. Middlesex: A Novel 2002-06-05T00:00:00Z "Right after you was born. He must be a magician, because as soon as he heard the magic words 'birth defect,' he disappeared." Freak The Mighty 1993-10-01T00:00:00Z To prevent such birth defects, Nazi doctors forcibly sterilized men and women considered too mentally or physically unfit to produce desirable children. Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow 2005-04-01T00:00:00Z I thought of Mother, and of the many times she’d told me that antibiotics poison the body, that they cause infertility and birth defects. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z Aside from severe birth defects, it was also linked to depression, suicidal tendencies, and bowel disorders. Americanized 2018-02-08T00:00:00Z Most kids bom with these types of birth defects have problems with their middle ears that prevent them from hearing, but so far August can hear well enough through his tiny cauliflower'shaped ears. Wonder 2012-02-14T00:00:00Z Agent Orange was later linked to cancer and birth defects in Vietnamese and Americans who were heavily exposed to it. Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam 2018-04-10T00:00:00Z I’m always going to be the sister of a kid with a birth defect: that’s not the issue. Wonder 2012-02-14T00:00:00Z “Type of birth defect. When I was younger, about your age, I used to be angry. At my father in particular.” The Stars Beneath Our Feet 2017-09-19T00:00:00Z But the most frightening claim was that the drug had a particularly devastating effect on the babies born to drug users, causing an array of debilitating birth defects. Top 5 investigative videos of the week: “Poverty is what makes the rich rich” 2013-06-02T13:00:00Z It’s a birth defect, like a cleft palate.” The Reluctant Transgender Role Model 2011-05-06T20:53:26Z Shane suffered from anencephaly, a birth defect in which a baby is born without portions of the brain and skull. Newborn who became Facebook sensation succumbs to rare birth defect 2014-10-09T04:00:00Z A 2005 California law, the California Safe Cosmetics Act, requires cosmetics manufacturers to report any products that contain ingredients known or suspected to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm. One sniff is all it takes: Scented household products may be hazardous to our health 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z This nutrient is especially important for pregnant women or women trying to become pregnant, reducing the risk of some birth defects. A primer on whole grains: What they are, why they’re important and how to find them 2019-08-16T04:00:00Z In California, the federal money helped to expand mosquito surveillance, tracking of birth defects related to Zika and programs to educate residents about the disease, among other efforts. Federal money for state-level Zika tracking, prevention may end this summer 2017-05-02T04:00:00Z In 2004, seismic movement released the first of several Discharge Clouds — eruptions of caustic gas and newly formed microbes that cause frightening illnesses and birth defects. ‘Tigerman,’ by Nick Harkaway First, a caveat: Not all plastic surgeons are hacks, and not all plastic surgery is frivolous, as plenty of accident victims and people with birth defects will attest. ‘Botched’ and ‘Abby’s Studio Rescue’ Begin on Tuesday 2014-06-23T04:00:00Z It’s a birth defect, like a cleft palate.’ Motherlode: Gender Neutral Parenting 2011-05-09T16:15:19Z But by the early '60s, it became clear that it caused serious birth defects. Five documentaries to watch in 2014 2014-06-06T04:00:00Z For example, Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and it impacts foods ranging from shellfish to protein powders. Don't toss your Skittles just yet: California's latest food ban, explained 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z Over time, aspartame has not only been linked to cancer, but also to other conditions such as multiple sclerosis, blindness, seizures, memory loss, depression, anxiety, birth defects and death. Aspartame might be classified as a possible carcinogen by WHO — but there’s no cause for panic 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z Everyone who has seen Threads knows where the real payload of horror comes, and those squeamish about spoilers or thermonuclear birth defects can look away now. Threads: the film that frightened me most 2014-10-20T04:00:00Z And, of course, her daughter, who was born with a birth defect. Astrology superstar Susan Miller: 'I can really respond to people online' 2019-05-25T04:00:00Z His right hand marred by a slight birth defect. How Richard Price does it: New York dialogue, only better 2015-03-01T05:00:00Z Still, there are significant dangers for pregnant women because the virus has been linked to congenital microcephaly, a serious and often fatal birth defect in which the fetal brain fails to develop properly. Spread of Zika Virus Prompts Travel Advisories 2016-01-20T05:00:00Z JW When Jackie Green was born, she had "a little birth defect" as she calls it, "like a mole, that needed to be fixed". TV listings and previews: plan your week's viewing - 19-23 November 2012-11-19T07:00:00Z A lot of this pesticide is used, and the ill effects ascribed to it include cancer and birth defects in people and infertility in cattle, as well as the development of glyphosate-resistant superweeds. Why I don’t need Roundup in my garden 2016-05-17T04:00:00Z A birth defect left him with a single kidney, and he had dialysis three times a week for many years until he underwent a transplant operation in 1996. Benny Powell obituary 2010-07-01T17:46:00Z Here, pesticide use is rumored to be responsible for the staggering number of miscarriages, birth defects and stillbirths. Motherlode Blog: Egyptian Abortion, American Choice 2012-10-21T15:55:26Z Officials deny that it's a response to the Zika virus, which has been linked to miscarriages and birth defects in babies born to women who have been infected. What's troubling athletes arriving in Rio? No 'Pokemon Go' 2016-07-29T04:00:00Z Los Angeles County received another $1 million also to be used for the tracking of birth defects. Federal money for state-level Zika tracking, prevention may end this summer 2017-05-02T04:00:00Z Josef discloses, for example, the existence of a life-threatening birth defect. A Psychedelic Epic That Wants to Consume the World 2018-10-16T04:00:00Z Those increasingly common infant deaths, along with a string of birth defects become the catalyst for the novel’s horrifying conflict. Review | ‘Damnation Spring’ beautifully explores the human cost of environmental damage 2021-08-02T04:00:00Z This allows prospective employers and business contacts to immediately spot their unfortunate birth defect and dismiss them before they’re allowed to prove themselves. Initial impressions: will hiding my name force gender equality in the workplace? 2016-09-29T04:00:00Z Oliver had been born with a set of birth defects known as VACTERL. Cincinnati zoo renames sloth habitat after late 1-year-old who loved sloths 2021-10-15T04:00:00Z The toll that’s taken on them, in the form of birth defects, cancer and other ailments, is hideous to observe and should fill those who eat Florida tomatoes with shame. Books of The Times: That Perfect Florida Tomato, Cultivated for Bland Uniformity 2011-07-05T21:04:11Z The drug, marketed as a sedative, one of the most popular and widely used classes of drugs in the United States, was found to produce serious birth defects. The battle for medicine’s soul: A century of alternative remedies 2014-01-19T19:00:00Z It's a set of birth defects that often occur together in three or more body parts, according to the U.S. Family asks Cincinnati Zoo to name newborn sloth after their late 1-year-old son 2021-08-17T04:00:00Z Even his inherited birth defect was so minor that it gave us very little to worry about. My agnostic AA 2012-06-20T18:28:00Z Dan Rison, 29, who greets customers and serves dishes, among other tasks, said he first started taking pain medication when he was 14, after an operation intended to correct a birth defect. A Restaurant Takes On the Opioid Crisis, One Worker at a Time 2018-07-10T04:00:00Z At one point, a Catholic surrogate is forced to have an abortion after a doctor discovers that the fetus has a possible birth defect. Can Surrogacy Remake the World? 2019-12-11T05:00:00Z It is a congenital birth defect — a defect that develops in the fetus during the third month of pregnancy. An orgasm almost killed me! 2013-01-19T22:00:00Z One of Danielle’s arms was stunted due to a birth defect, and she was supporting herself by working at a gas station. Downward spiral: how addiction decimated a Wyoming family 2017-02-23T05:00:00Z And a report from Ottawa’s Bureau of Veterinary Drugs says that rats fed ractopamine developed a constellation of birth defects like cleft palate, protruding tongue, short limbs, missing digits, open eyelids, and enlarged heart. 6 reasons to fear the pork you eat 2013-06-10T19:00:00Z Quasi Modo, as I later named her, was around a year old and had a birth defect called short spine syndrome: everything fused together in her back and she couldn’t move her head. Experience: I own the world’s ugliest dog 2016-06-17T04:00:00Z Priscilla Anany won the prize for best new narrative director for her Ghanaian film “Children of the Mountain,” about a woman who faces scrutiny when her child is born with birth defects. The Tribeca Film Festival Announces Winners 2016-04-21T04:00:00Z For the farming community of Semipalatinsk, the tests have wreaked a quiet, generational havoc: it is the cause, they believe, of terrible birth defects in their children. TV highlights 19/7/11 2011-07-18T21:59:01Z Since alcohol may cause birth defects and doesn't supply any nutritional value, most every professional agrees that alcohol should be avoided during pregnancy. So, you’re pregnant — here’s what’s safe to eat and drink 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z Despite being the most common birth defect, with an incidence of roughly 1 in 700 in the UK, clefts are, particularly in developed countries, seldom discussed and largely invisible. The day we learned our son had a cleft lip 2015-10-25T04:00:00Z Listeria can cause convulsions, coma, miscarriage and birth defects. Food expiration dates don’t have much science behind them 2022-09-04T04:00:00Z “She sued using the same legal mechanism that parents use when their child is born with birth defects.” Lonnae O’Neal: A few words about suit for ‘wrongful birth’ of a biracial child 2015-09-09T04:00:00Z PFAS, nicknamed "forever chemicals" because they never naturally degrade, have been linked to a number of health problems, including endocrine disruption, birth defects and cancer. PFAS disclosures from the Department of Defense cause fear and uncertainty for farmers 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z According to Haggans, high doses of vitamin A can cause birth defects, and too much iron can even be fatal. Perspective | Most dietary supplements don’t do anything. Why do we spend $35 billion a year on them? 2020-01-24T05:00:00Z Narrated by Sean Penn, the documentary "The Human Experiment" alleges a correlation between four decades of increased chemical use in the United States and health issues such as cancer, miscarriage, autism and birth defects. 'The Human Experiment' misses a few crucial steps 2015-04-16T04:00:00Z It increases the chances of birth defects, stillbirth, low-weight babies, unsuccessful breastfeeding and even the death of the mother. Obese couples could be risking health of future children, studies say 2018-04-16T04:00:00Z “Sarcasm is my birth defect,” Ms. Sidibe, now 33, said recently. Gabourey Sidibe Doesn’t Want to Talk About Her Body 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z The World Health Organization on Monday declared the mosquito-borne Zika virus to be an international public health emergency as the disease linked to thousands of birth defects in Brazil spreads rapidly. WHO declares Zika a global health emergency 2016-02-02T05:00:00Z Exposed embryos and fetuses appear more likely to have growth and cognitive delays, birth defects and higher rates of newborn mortality. The Bodily Indignities of the Space Life 2023-11-12T05:00:00Z He was born with a rare birth defect called an omphalocele, which means some of his organs sit in a sac outside his body. Californians who need help paying for round-the-clock home care are stuck on a state waitlist 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z Lifting the ban could yield major scientific breakthroughs for infertility, miscarriage and birth defects - and it appears there could be public support. Scientists: Allow forbidden 28-day embryo experiments 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z “I will never forget the image of my father walking down the hall” to tell them the baby was born with a lot of birth defects and wouldn’t survive, Ferguson said. A trial begins for a Hawaii couple accused of stealing identities of dead babies 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z The only other rare earths refinery in Malaysia — operated by Japan’s Mitsubishi Group in northern Perak state — closed in 1992 following protests and claims that it caused birth defects and leukemia among residents. Malaysia gives nod for Australian miner Lynas to import, process rare earths until March 2026 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z The only other rare earth refinery in Malaysia - operated by Japan’s Mitsubishi Group in northern Perak state - closed in 1992 following protests and claims that it caused birth defects and leukemia among residents. Australia’s Lynas to upgrade Malaysian rare earth refinery amid dispute over operating license 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z The only other rare earth refinery in Malaysia — operated by Japan’s Mitsubishi Group in northern Perak state — closed in 1992 following protests and claims that it caused birth defects and leukemia among residents. Australia’s Lynas to upgrade Malaysian rare earth refinery amid dispute over operating license 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z Consuming high levels of nitrate has been linked to health problems such as thyroid disease, birth defects and cancer, according to the report. Nebraska governor faces backlash for comments on reporter’s nationality 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z It's usually harmless except during pregnancy when, if passed on to the developing fetus, it is a leading cause of miscarriage and birth defects, including cerebral palsy and hearing loss. Study shows prior exposure to common virus shields against birth defects and miscarriage 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z The company learned that two of eight pregnant employees who had worked in C8 manufacturing gave birth to children with birth defects. What industry knew about the perils of PFAS 2023-10-03T04:00:00Z Thousands more suffered for years after, including infants born with birth defects. Our nuclear legacy and the weight of history | Op-Ed 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z The use of depleted uranium munitions is fiercely debated; the International Coalition to Ban Uranium Weapons says ingesting or inhaling even depleted uranium dust can cause cancers and birth defects. Kremlin: US answerable for health risk from giving Kyiv depleted uranium shells 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Critics say there are dangerous health risks from ingesting or inhaling depleted uranium dust, including cancers and birth defects. Russia says US supply of depleted uranium weapons to Ukraine is 'criminal' 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z The Tulane study reveals how pre-existing immunity to CMV effectively limits its transmission during pregnancy and protects against associated birth defects. Study shows prior exposure to common virus shields against birth defects and miscarriage 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z However, an internal document dated the same month, April 1981, shows that the company learned that two of eight pregnant employees who had worked in C8 manufacturing gave birth to children with birth defects. What industry knew about the perils of PFAS 2023-10-03T04:00:00Z This crucial time is a major source of miscarriage and birth defects but poorly understood. Scientists grow whole model of human embryo, without sperm or egg 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z In 2022, preliminary infant mortality data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, first obtained by CNN, showed a 21.6% increase in infant deaths caused by severe genetic and birth defects. 'She was gasping for air.' Abortion fight shifts to women who suffered under strict bans 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z Like Agent Orange that caused birth defects in the children of those exposed, cluster bombs will bring disfigurement and death to Ukrainian children for many years to come. Cluster munitions: Lessons of Agent Orange 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Unlocking this black box could lead to better infertility treatments and understanding of how certain birth defects originate. New Human Embryo Models Spark Needless Controversy 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Strong data from lab animal and human studies have associated a high fever at certain points in pregnancy with an increased risk of birth defects and other fetal abnormalities. Can in-utero exposure to acetaminophen cause autism and ADHD? 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z But one theme will stand out: racism and white supremacy proved mortal to American democracy; birth defects at the nation's inception that were never fixed and only became worse. GOP tests new marketing for old racism 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z They range from ectopic pregnancies, when an embryo implants somewhere other than the uterus, to deadly birth defects and other severe pregnancy complications. Pence would ban abortions when pregnancies aren’t viable. His GOP rivals won’t say if they agree 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z These chemicals are linked to cancer, liver disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, autoimmune disease, birth defects and other serious health problems — even when people are only exposed at low levels. The EU is reportedly conceding to chemical companies to allow "forever chemicals" 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z They’re a family of chemicals that don’t degrade in nature and have been linked to cancer, birth defects, and hormone irregularities. Proposed EPA Rule That Companies Report Toxic “Forever” Chemicals Lacks Limits and Cleanup Requirement 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z Babies exposed to opioids during the first trimester of pregnancy are at increased risk for birth defects of the brain, spine, and spinal cord. Can in-utero exposure to acetaminophen cause autism and ADHD? 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Basically, any health problems that a human has, or there's some sort of fetal problem or fetal concern — birth defects or genetic disorders. An Ohio high-risk OBGYN on abortion fears come true and life one year post-Dobbs 2023-06-24T04:00:00Z Besides clarifying early human development, the new embryo models could help researchers better understand birth defects and probe the safety of drugs used during pregnancy. Biologists create detailed lab replicas of early human embryos 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z There was concern that it may have been responsible for birth defects in newborn babies and also some miscarriages and stillbirths. Primodos: Pregnancy test damages claims thrown out by judge 2023-05-26T04:00:00Z Those metals can pollute waterways and drinking water supplies and have been linked to health effects, including cancer, birth defects and developmental delays in children. E.P.A. Announces Crackdown on Toxic Coal Ash From Landfills 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z The poisonous mercury used in illegal mining causes birth defects and ravages ecosystems. Cartier’s use of images of Amazon tribe prompts Indigenous advocates to allege hypocrisy 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z The law SB 23 made no exceptions for any fetal conditions, including birth defects which are lethal. An Ohio high-risk OBGYN on abortion fears come true and life one year post-Dobbs 2023-06-24T04:00:00Z Long-term exposure to the product has been linked to infertility, birth defects, asthma, and other respiratory and reproductive harm. 'I have blood clots in my lungs': Immigrants sue over disinfectant used at Adelanto 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z The drugs, including Primodos, were given to women to test if they were pregnant from the 1950s to 1970s and alleged to have caused birth defects. Primodos: Pregnancy test damages claims thrown out by judge 2023-05-26T04:00:00Z Studies have also linked living near wells to childhood cancer, cardiovascular disease, birth defects, preterm births and early death. "When will you protect our health?": Black Californians most at risk from oil and gas drilling 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z The most life-threatening pediatric conditions — cancer, birth defects and heart disease —together claim fewer lives than guns. Opinion: The Nashville shooting was horrific. The gun toll on our children is so much worse 2023-04-01T04:00:00Z "The law SB 23 made no exceptions for any fetal conditions, including birth defects which are lethal." An Ohio high-risk OBGYN on abortion fears come true and life one year post-Dobbs 2023-06-24T04:00:00Z Toxoplasma gondii—a single-celled protozoan—is capable of infecting almost every mammal and bird species, including humans, and in severe cases causes blindness, birth defects, and death. No kittens required: Scientists find new way to study toxoplasmosis parasite in lab 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z Eliad had a serious bladder infection and several possible birth defects. The Incredible Challenge of Counting Every Global Birth and Death 2023-03-29T04:00:00Z Exposure to the poison can cause many diseases, from 20 forms of cancer to Type 2 diabetes and serious birth defects like cleft palates and club feet. Review | Vietnam’s toxic legacy continues, and Agent Orange looms large 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z Mercury poisoning can cause birth defects and neurological damage. The Amazon’s Largest Isolated Tribe Is Dying 2023-03-25T04:00:00Z The Pentagon has also deemed depleted uranium safe, though after the U.S. military used it in Iraq, some activists and others connected it to birth defects and cancers. Britain defends supplying Ukraine with weapons containing depleted uranium. 2023-03-22T04:00:00Z Shells with depleted uranium were used in Iraq and the Balkans, where some claim it was linked to birth defects. Ukraine war: UK defends sending uranium shells after Putin warning 2023-03-21T04:00:00Z Pollution from oil and gas extraction can cause cancer and birth defects. The Bank Failures, Explained 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z When located in the proper historical context, neofascism and the Age of Trump are properly understood as being but the most current manifestation of much older birth defects in American democracy and society. Don't call it a culture war 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z He wonders whether raising the girls here could lead to birth defects for their own children later on. Weeks After Ohio Train Derailment, Health Concerns Mount 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z The drug, with the brand name Filspari, comes with a boxed warning for inflammation in liver and birth defects. U.S. FDA approves Travere Therapeutics kidney disorder drug 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z Mercury can affect the nervous system and kidneys; the World Health Organization says fetuses are especially vulnerable to birth defects via exposure in a mother’s womb. EPA moves to restore rule on mercury from power plants 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z An example of that disconnect is in Louisiana, which has exceptions for protecting the life or health of the patient and for deadly birth defects, and has reported zero abortions since its ban took effect. Most abortion bans include exceptions. In practice, few are granted 2023-01-21T05:00:00Z Some of that mistrust may be rooted in the 1950s and '60s, when the morning sickness drug thalidomide led to thousands of babies being born with severe birth defects. Why people who experience severe nausea during pregnancy often go untreated 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z High levels of exposure have been associated with cancer, birth defects and thyroid issues. 'Forever chemicals' still in use in UK make-up 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z Basit Balogun was a freshman at Lafayette College in Pennsylvania when a heart attack caused by a previously undetected birth defect landed him in the hospital. Hundreds of US hospitals sue patients or threaten their credit, a KHN investigation finds 2022-12-22T05:00:00Z Some pesticides are known causes of cancer, neurological disorders and birth defects, especially from chronic exposure over years of work. Why being a farmworker is a health risk 2022-12-13T05:00:00Z Its exceptions include an allowance for patients whose fetuses have deadly birth defects, such as incomplete skulls or missing kidneys. Most abortion bans include exceptions. In practice, few are granted 2023-01-21T05:00:00Z The companies offer prenatal screenings for the three rare disorders as well as dozens of other possible but uncommon birth defects. After changes to California's prenatal testing program, women report long delays for results 2022-12-12T05:00:00Z Veterans and families living on the base who were affected by the contamination are expected to have suffered from various forms of cancer and could have experienced potential birth defects. Law firms could make billions off ailing vets’ Camp Lejeune lawsuits 2022-11-28T05:00:00Z Numerous studies over the decades have probed allegations of high cancer rates among the test veterans, and of birth defects in their children, but have failed to establish an ironclad connection with the nuclear tests. Veterans of UK nuclear weapons tests win battle for medal 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z There’s a spectrum, because it’s not just one type of birth defect. How 'gaslighting' led a 'Love Is Blind' fan favorite to be jilted at the altar 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z The same week the ban took effect in September, Dr. Lori Day said, she saw a patient whose OB-GYN had discovered signs of a deadly birth defect at her 20-week anatomy scan. Most abortion bans include exceptions. In practice, few are granted 2023-01-21T05:00:00Z Some doctors recommend the screenings only for women considered to be at higher risk of birth defects, including those 35 or older. After changes to California's prenatal testing program, women report long delays for results 2022-12-12T05:00:00Z The researchers analyzed the samples for black carbon, a sooty byproduct of burning fossil fuels and wildfires that long-term exposure has been associated with cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, birth defects and early death. Air pollution is finding its way into unborn babies 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z Her sibling was born with a birth defect that her parents immediately attributed to the tests. Nuclear test veterans 'need Hillsborough-level apology' 2022-10-03T04:00:00Z It is a preventable birth defect that may be more prevalent in the population than autism, affecting up to 1 in 20 individuals. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Early diagnosis, support 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z Studies have shown that a majority of patients who discover a deadly birth defect seek an abortion. Most abortion bans include exceptions. In practice, few are granted 2023-01-21T05:00:00Z As late as 20 weeks, doctors may order medical tests for neural tube defects, Down syndrome, spine or brain problems or conduct ultrasounds that find birth defects like cleft palate, heart problems and kidney problems. Analysis | The GOP claim that Democrats support abortion ‘up to moment of birth’ 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z But medications and other treatments can be toxic to the developing fetus or cause birth defects. New abortion laws jeopardize cancer treatment for pregnant patients 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z A scan during her 12th week revealed that her fetus had cystic fluid around the head and neck and birth defects of the heart and brain. What a High-Risk Pregnancy Looks Like After Dobbs 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z Studies show living near a drilling site can elevate the risk of birth defects, respiratory issues and health problems. California Democrats cap legislative year with climate wins 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z Exceptions for fatal birth defects exist in only about one-third of abortion bans. Most abortion bans include exceptions. In practice, few are granted 2023-01-21T05:00:00Z That could make them useful for uncovering the role of different genes in birth defects or developmental disorders. Mouse Embryos Grown without Eggs or Sperm 2022-08-26T04:00:00Z Similarly, Patt said that physicians in Texas can counsel pregnant patients with cancer about the procedure if, for instance, treatments carry documented risks of birth defects. New abortion laws jeopardize cancer treatment for pregnant patients 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z It is illegal in Ohio to terminate a pregnancy because of birth defects, so Stacy had to travel by herself outside the state for the procedure. What a High-Risk Pregnancy Looks Like After Dobbs 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z For example, parents who would have otherwise terminated the pregnancy because of severe birth defects or fatal medical issues detected in the fetus will no longer have this option in some states. Mental health expert warns that new restrictions on abortion care will cause "psychological harms" 2022-08-25T04:00:00Z Scientists have linked exposure to the substances, known as PFAS, at certain levels to serious health risks, including cancer and birth defects. PFAS: Possible breakthrough to destroy harmful 'forever chemicals' 2022-08-18T04:00:00Z The justices also used the opinion to disavow demeaning terminology the Washington Supreme Court used in prior rulings concerning children with birth defects. WA Supreme Court rules on ‘wrongful life’ case 2022-08-18T04:00:00Z More children ages 1 to 4 die of drowning than any cause except birth defects, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Opinion | Lots of children drown every summer. This is not inevitable. 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z After 10 years of effort, medical researchers at Columbia University have developed a very fast and cheap way to detect the extra or missing chromosomes that most often cause miscarriages or severe birth defects. New Method Improves Speed and Cost of Birth Defect Testing 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z The list of drugs that can cause birth defects is long, including some antibiotics such as Cipro, mood stabilizers including lithium, and several medications to control arthritis, epilepsy and even acne. A look at some medications under increased scrutiny amid abortion bans 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z Medicines that treat conditions from cancer to autoimmune diseases to ulcers can also end a pregnancy or cause birth defects. Abortion bans complicate access to drugs for cancer, arthritis, even ulcers 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z At the state level, New Mexico regulators waited until 2009, 49 years after first finding water pollution, to issue a formal warning that groundwater included substances that cause cancer and birth defects. A uranium ghost town in the making 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z The feat, reported this week in Cell, may allow biologists to delve deeper into developmental mechanisms and better understand what goes wrong in birth defects. With innovative bioreactor as womb, mouse stem cells transform into organ-filled embryos 2022-08-02T04:00:00Z Fetuses that survive with them often have severe birth defects. New Method Improves Speed and Cost of Birth Defect Testing 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z The drug, which inserts tiny errors into the coronavirus’ genetic code, also isn’t recommended for pregnant women because of the potential for birth defects. Merck beats expectations, helped by Keytruda sales 2022-07-28T04:00:00Z Elisa Greene, associate professor of pharmacy practice at Belmont University College of Pharmacy, noted that prescribing and filling prescriptions for drugs that can cause birth defects is not a new issue. Abortion bans complicate access to drugs for cancer, arthritis, even ulcers 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z Both her children have birth defects, and she lives with kidney failure, cysts on her organs and a degenerative bone disease. A uranium ghost town in the making 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z Hoping as neurologists and epileptologists, we can have a dialogue about the implications of the reversal of #RoeVWade and how it will affect our #epilepsy patients who take anti-seizure meds that can cause birth defects. Their medications cause pregnancy issues. Post-Roe, that could be dangerous. 2022-07-25T04:00:00Z In other words, doctors say, complications from a pregnancy — a miscarriage, a premature birth, birth defects or death — can occur whether or not a woman with cancer takes the drugs. After Roe, Pregnant Women With Cancer Diagnoses May Face Wrenching Choices 2022-07-23T04:00:00Z Down syndrome, a condition where an individual has three copies of chromosome 21, is associated with a range of cognitive disabilities and certain birth defects. Miller & Levine Biology 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z It can also lead to birth defects, and the potential of accidental pregnancies in places where abortion is banned has led some rheumatologists to reconsider prescribing the drug to women of childbearing age. Abortion bans complicate access to drugs for cancer, arthritis, even ulcers 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z Local residents allegedly experienced major health problems including high rates of miscarriages, birth defects, and chromosome damage, but studies by the New York State Health Department disputed that. Environmental Biology 2018-09-06T00:00:00Z Excessive exposure to radioactive isotopes can damage human cells and even cause cancer and birth defects, but when exposure is controlled, some radioactive isotopes can be useful in medicine. Anatomy and Physiology 2013-06-19T00:00:00Z He told the committee that he had been diagnosed, in the womb, with birth defects, and that doctors had told his parents he would be a “vegetable” after birth. After Roe, South Carolina Considers More Restrictions on Abortion 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z Zika can cause birth defects, if pregnant women infected, but most adults have mild or asymptomatic cases and usually recover in a few days. Zika and dengue may make humans more attractive to mosquitoes 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z There was a woman in Wisconsin carrying a fetus with anencephaly, a fatal birth defect in which parts of the brain and skull are missing. Physicians face confusion and fear in post-Roe world 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z Your results indicate that a particular chemical causes birth defects. Environmental Biology 2018-09-06T00:00:00Z As a result, tribal members say they have experienced cancer, birth defects, and other negative health effects. Ford faces lawsuit over polluting tribal land in New Jersey 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z Mr. LaFave was born with birth defects requiring multiple surgeries and, when he was 18 months old, the amputation of his left leg. With Roe Set to End, Many Women Worry About High-Risk Pregnancies 2022-06-20T04:00:00Z “People died of cancer, of rare diseases, birth defects because of this.” he said. NJ sues Ford over mining that contaminated tribal land 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z He claimed this experimentation led to others in his unit dying early from cancer and other diseases and having high rates of children with birth defects. Citizen Militias in the U.S. Are Moving toward More Violent Extremism 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z One was the morning sickness drug thalidomide, tested on American women in the 1950s, that could cause severe birth defects or stillbirths. The New Abortion Bans: Almost No Exceptions for Rape, Incest or Health 2022-06-09T04:00:00Z If not, the baby may suffer developmental delays or have heart and other birth defects. Baby formula shortage life-threatening for some older kids and adults 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z On TikTok and Instagram, pregnant women find themselves targeted with videos that prey on their worst fears as expectant mothers, from birth defects to child loss. The jobs report looked good. Wall Street wasn't happy about it 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z But she points out that doctors were undoubtedly transferring mosaic embryos unwittingly for decades before the routine use of PGT-A, with no evidence of increased birth defects. An IVF Embryo Test Aims to Prevent Miscarriages. Is It Worth It? 2022-06-01T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, 67 percent say abortion should be legal when there is evidence of serious birth defects. Majority of Americans say Supreme Court should uphold Roe, Post-ABC poll finds 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z The medication was used in dozens of countries to suppress morning sickness during pregnancy, but it caused severe birth defects, including missing or deformed limbs. John Zaritsky, Oscar-winning documentarian, dies at 78 2022-04-19T04:00:00Z Gleicher said there was “no known connection whatsoever” between the birth defect and the chromosomal error. Study raises questions about popular genetic test for ‘abnormal’ embryos 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z He took a breath, then furiously recounted the U.S. government’s record of dropping the atomic bomb in Hiroshima and spraying the herbicide Agent Orange during the Vietnam War, which devastated forests and caused birth defects. In India, a U.S. partner, Modi’s base is inundated with anti-U.S. commentary on Ukraine 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z Because isotretinoin can cause birth defects if taken during pregnancy, it must be dispensed by a certified specialty pharmacy with precautions in place to prevent pregnant people from taking it. Alternatives to traditional acne treatment 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z The cold room contains specimens of fetuses with birth defects and other anomalies donated to the school since the 1960s. Medical waste company denies giving fetuses to antiabortion activists 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z Metformin, a first-line diabetes drug used for decades, may boost the risk of birth defects in the offspring of men who took it during sperm development, according to a large Danish study. Rare genital defects seen in sons of men taking major diabetes drug 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z A bigger study of outcomes would make clearer whether there is a risk of birth defects, Hercher said. Study raises questions about popular genetic test for ‘abnormal’ embryos 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z This unresolved "birth defect" at the foundation of the American democratic experiment meant that the country was racially exclusionary by design, from the founding well into the 20th century. New research on Trump voters: They're not the sharpest tools in the box 2022-03-23T04:00:00Z On the flip side, some medicines can be harmful in pregnancy, raising the risk of congenital birth defects, developmental and other delays, or immune system problems in the baby. Which medicines can you take when pregnant? New efforts aim to crack a scientific black box 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z He saw that as a way to ensure his youngest child would know success, despite the congenital birth defect that has made it difficult for Jason to walk, Reyes said. Two years into the pandemic, the earliest mourners reach for hope 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z The drug has been in use since the 1950s, but this is the first large study to rigorously analyze any paternally mediated impact on human birth defects. Rare genital defects seen in sons of men taking major diabetes drug 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z “Will there be an increased number of birth defects? Will we find that they have problems down the road? There’s a lot of ‘I don’t knows.’” Study raises questions about popular genetic test for ‘abnormal’ embryos 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z But it became a terror as it emerged that infection during pregnancy could cause a birth defect that affected brain development, causing babies to be born with unusually small heads. How will COVID end? Experts look to past epidemics for clues 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z There can be “a huge liability issue” if a pregnant study volunteer has a baby with a birth defect, for example, says Marie Teil, a clinical trialist with experience in research ethics. Which medicines can you take when pregnant? New efforts aim to crack a scientific black box 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z Recent research has focused in on the chemicals used to simulate butter, which is linked to lung damage, and vanilla, which is associated with birth defects in zebrafish. The Loophole That’s Fueling a Return to Teenage Vaping 2022-03-08T05:00:00Z The researchers analyzed records from more than 1.1 million babies born in Denmark between 1997 and 2016, using the country’s comprehensive medical registries to connect data on births, paternal metformin prescriptions, and birth defects. Rare genital defects seen in sons of men taking major diabetes drug 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z Joyelle McSweeney’s book explores the ecstasy of impending childbirth and the fissure of joy when the baby is born with a birth defect, lives for 13 days and dies. Poem: Kingdom 2022-02-17T05:00:00Z Some have reported long-term health problems, believed to be linked to steroids, and birth defects like clubfoot in their children. In the Kamila Valieva Story, Echoes of a Dark Era of Doping 2022-02-12T05:00:00Z These chemicals are found in many products such as food-packaging, cosmetics and furniture and have been linked to health problems including liver damage, kidney cancer and birth defects. Toxic water did not reach customer's taps - Cambridge Water 2022-02-08T05:00:00Z Lee was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, which is a birth defect that affects normal blow flow through the heart. West Virginia boy with birth defect lived out Home Alone 2 adventures during visit to NYC 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z “This paper is the first word, not the last word,” says Russell Kirby, a birth defects epidemiologist at the University of South Florida. Rare genital defects seen in sons of men taking major diabetes drug 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z But final testing showed it was far less effective than Pfizer’s pill and carried significant risks, including the potential for birth defects when taken by pregnant women. COVID-19 pill rollout stymied by shortages as omicron rages 2022-01-13T05:00:00Z Two of her friends bolted, leaving her alone with a cousin who has trouble walking due to a birth defect. Myanmar military reverts to strategy of massacres, burnings 2021-12-29T05:00:00Z It also isn’t recommended for pregnant women because of the potential for birth defects. EXPLAINER: New easy-to-use COVID-19 pills come with a catch 2021-12-26T05:00:00Z Its ability to head off severe COVID-19 is much smaller than initially announced and the drug label will warn of serious safety issues, including the potential for birth defects. US adds Merck pill as 2nd easy-to-use drug against COVID-19 2021-12-23T05:00:00Z Some scientists have also raised safety concerns about the potential for birth defects from the Merck drug, as well as worries that it could cause the virus to mutate. Pfizer says COVID-19 pill near 90% effective in final analysis 2021-12-14T05:00:00Z Scientists are especially worried about pregnant women, they said, because the drug could affect a fetus’s dividing cells, theoretically causing birth defects. Merck’s COVID pill might pose risks for pregnant women 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z “The risk of widespread effects on potential birth defects, especially delayed effects on the male, has not been adequately studied,” said Dr. Sankar Swaminathan, an infectious disease specialist at the University of Utah. Merck’s Covid Treatment Pill Wins Blessing of F.D.A. Panel 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z There are two concerns about potential unintended consequences: first, that molnupiravir could cause errors in the genome in the patient’s own cells, causing cancer, genetic diseases or birth defects. FDA advisers narrowly recommend authorization of first antiviral pill to treat covid-19 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z A Food and Drug Administration panel voted 13-10 that the drug’s benefits outweigh its risks, including potential birth defects if used during pregnancy. FDA panel narrowly backs COVID-19 pill from Merck 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z The Food and Drug Administration is asking its outside experts whether the agency should authorize the pill, weighing new information that it is less effective than first reported and may cause birth defects. Final US hurdle for Merck’s COVID-19 pill: FDA panel review 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z Those mutations could “contribute to the development of cancer, or cause birth defects either in a developing fetus or through incorporation into sperm precursor cells,” the authors of that study wrote. Merck’s COVID pill might pose risks for pregnant women 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z Understanding early embryonic development can provide insight into miscarriages and birth defects and help scientists hone in vitro fertilization protocols. Choose your own Breakthrough of the Year with Science’s 2021 poll 2021-11-29T05:00:00Z The FDA proposed several ways to restrict the drug for pregnant patients because of the risk of birth defects and other potential problems. New data shows Merck’s experimental COVID-19 pill is less effective than early results predicted 2021-11-26T05:00:00Z The FDA scientists said their review identified several potential risks, including possible toxicity and birth defects. FDA: Merck COVID pill effective, experts will review safety 2021-11-26T05:00:00Z In its safety review, FDA staffers said animal studies suggested Merck’s drug could cause birth defects when given at high doses. Final US hurdle for Merck’s COVID-19 pill: FDA panel review 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z That data could indicate whether people who take the drug develop cancer or have children with birth defects at higher rates than would be expected. Merck’s COVID pill might pose risks for pregnant women 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z Swimmers alleged the doping they were subjected to caused birth defects in their children. Doctor who doped East German swimmers has honor removed 2021-11-16T05:00:00Z This research approach stems from the thalidomide scare of the early 1960s when children exposed to the drug in utero were born with severe birth defects. Why only one-third of pregnant women are vaccinated against COVID-19, and what they should know 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z While pregnant women were excluded from the Merck trial due to a potential risk of birth defects, Pfizer’s drug did not have any similar restrictions. Pfizer says new COVID-19 pill cut hospital, death risk by 90% 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z That genetic activity has led some independent experts to question whether the drug could potentially cause mutations leading to birth defects or tumors. UK authorizes Merck antiviral pill, 1st shown to treat COVID 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z Ella has spina bifida, a birth defect that occurs when the embryonic neural tube does not close properly during the first month of pregnancy. U.K. will fortify flour to prevent birth defects, joining long list of other countries 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Because retinoids can cause severe birth defects, women who use Accutane must participate in a program to guarantee that they do not become pregnant. The Emotional Toll of Adult Acne 2021-10-25T04:00:00Z Q: Do vaccines increase the risk of miscarriage or birth defects? Why only one-third of pregnant women are vaccinated against COVID-19, and what they should know 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z Newsom’s administration pointed to studies that show living near a drilling site can elevate the risks of birth defects, respiratory problems and other health issues. California plan to ban community oil drilling far from final 2021-10-21T04:00:00Z Studies show living near a drilling site can elevate risks of birth defects, cancer, respiratory problems and other health issues. California proposes new oil drilling ban near neighborhoods 2021-10-21T04:00:00Z Possible toxicity from folic acid is the last thing on the mind of Katya Kovacheva, of the Medical University, Pleven, in Bulgaria, who runs the country’s only birth defects registry. U.K. will fortify flour to prevent birth defects, joining long list of other countries 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z In reports later submitted to the E.P.A., the company acknowledged that rodents exposed to GenX suffered birth defects and showed signs of liver disease and cell changes indicative of early-stage cancer. How Chemical Companies Avoid Paying for Pollution 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z Last June, a of spontaneous abortion, stillbirth, preterm birth and birth defects did not find any safety concerns for pregnant people who were vaccinated or for their offspring. Why only one-third of pregnant women are vaccinated against COVID-19, and what they should know 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z Pregnant mothers are tested for antibodies to rubella to help ensure their fetuses won't be infected with the rubella virus, which causes devastating birth defects. COVID immunity through infection or vaccination: Are they equal? 2021-10-11T04:00:00Z Within a few years of the drug hitting the market, severe birth defects had emerged in thousands of children, and it was pulled. Young, pregnant and unvaccinated: Hospitals confront a wave of severe illness and death 2021-10-07T04:00:00Z Having both can lead to disastrous effects; in the 1950s and 1960s, one mirror image of the molecule thalidomide caused severe birth defects in thousands of babies. Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded to Scientists for Tool That Builds Better Catalysts 2021-10-06T04:00:00Z While this is routine practice with some other medicines, such as cancer chemotherapy, it suggests that molnupiravir has the potential to cause birth defects should someone become pregnant. Everything you need to know about Merck’s game-changing COVID pill 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z Data from more than 3,900 pregnant people who received these vaccines indicated that they did not have increased rates of miscarriages, birth defects or preterm births. Vaccination Protects Pregnant People and Their Babies from Severe COVID 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z A Miami nurse was terminated for mocking a newborn with birth defects and posting pictures of the baby on social media. Miami nurse fired for mocking newborn baby with birth defects in photos on social media 2021-10-02T04:00:00Z These chemicals, found in a dizzying array of products - from food-packaging, to cosmetics and furniture - have been linked to health problems including liver damage, kidney cancer and birth defects. The race to replace persistent chemicals in our homes 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z The finding also suggests the genetic shift came with a less visible and more dangerous effect: a higher risk of birth defects involving the developing spinal cord. ‘Jumping gene’ may have erased tails in humans and other apes—and boosted our risk of birth defects 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z It is thought that adding folic acid to flour could prevent up to 200 birth defects a year. Folic acid to be added to UK flour to help prevent birth defects 2021-09-19T04:00:00Z Slavery and racism are a "birth defect," he added – but one the United States has spent much of its history striving to cure. Teaching race doesn't mean teaching critical race theory, activists say 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z She continued with the next post on her Instagram story, poking fun at the birth defect saying, "Your intestines posed to be inside not outside baby!" Miami nurse fired for mocking newborn baby with birth defects in photos on social media 2021-10-02T04:00:00Z Masters was born in 1989 near Chernobyl, site of the world’s worst nuclear accident, and has birth defects believed to be from the aftermath of the disaster. Oksana Masters picks up 2nd gold medal at Tokyo Paralympics 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z Young Oksana was always resilient, determined and headstrong — qualities that helped her persevere through years in an orphanage and with birth defects believed to be from the aftermath of Chernobyl, the world’s worst nuclear accident. Masters level: Paralympian eyes medal in 4th different sport 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Folic acid is to be added to UK flour to help prevent spinal birth defects in babies, the government will announce. Folic acid to be added to UK flour to help prevent birth defects 2021-09-19T04:00:00Z In 2018 he had half a lung removed to address a birth defect. Lake Tahoe Suffocates With Smoke 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z The birth defect, gastroschisis, causes the baby's intestines to be exposed. Miami nurse fired for mocking newborn baby with birth defects in photos on social media 2021-10-02T04:00:00Z But as Mr. Horton approached it, the young deer stood up and revealed a twist in its neck: a birth defect, and the reason its mother abandoned it. Caring for the Wildlife That Stray Into the Suburbs 2021-07-20T04:00:00Z Finally primodos - a hormonal pregnancy test thought to be associated with birth defects and miscarriages, something manufacturer, Schering, now part of Bayer, denies. Women's health inquiry: Anger at slow progress 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z Zika has been linked to birth defects, brain disorders and other illnesses. Column: COVID isn't spread by mosquitoes. But the next pandemic might be 2021-06-25T04:00:00Z The birth was difficult and the baby was born with birth defects and an intestinal inflammation. Fewer migrant families being expelled at border under Title 42, but critics still push for its end 2021-06-13T04:00:00Z He has multiple birth defects and a chronic condition that required him to stay more vigilant than most, spending nearly all of his time at home in the past year to avoid the virus. A little scared of needles, but really happy to be vaccinated 2021-05-13T04:00:00Z Christopher was born with failing lungs and kidneys, the result of a congenital birth defect. Perspective | How a grieving orca made ‘ghost mothers’ like me feel visible 2021-05-06T04:00:00Z In the United States, doctors began to notice unusual patterns of cancers and diabetes among returning soldiers, along with birth defects and other medical problems in their children. French court to decide landmark case against the U.S. makers of Agent Orange 2021-05-07T04:00:00Z Causes of infant mortality include birth defects, preterm birth, maternal pregnancy complications, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, and injuries like suffocation. Infant mortality rate in Detroit drops from 2018 to 2019 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z CLAIM: Pfizer warns people not to have unprotected sex after the second COVID-19 vaccine dose for up to 28 days because of the risk of “birth defects due to genetic manipulation.” NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn’t happen this week 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z Researchers suddenly discovered a disturbing consequence of the disease—microcephaly and other birth defects in infants born to infected mothers. Scientists scour the Amazon for pathogens that could spark the next pandemic 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z Rates of miscarriage, prematurity, low birth weight and birth defects were consistent with those reported in pregnant women before the pandemic, the researchers report. No evidence that Pfizer or Moderna vaccines are unsafe during pregnancy, a preliminary study says. 2021-04-21T04:00:00Z A block south from the jail is the 101 freeway, one of the most traveled highways in America, which generates dangerous levels of air pollution linked to a slew of birth defects. America’s biggest jails are frontline environmental justice communities 2021-04-21T04:00:00Z Then scientists discovered that, if inhaled or absorbed through the skin, the chemicals can cause birth defects, cancer and other disorders in multiple human organs. Environmental-justice activists keep fighting to stop pollution in U.S. communities of color 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z Doctors say the procedure could help others with tracheal birth defects, untreatable airway diseases or extensive damage from ventilators. Woman recovering after rare windpipe transplant from donor 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z Thousands of people in the United States alone develop trachea problems each year from burns, birth defects, tumors and extended intubation on ventilators. ‘There Was Nothing Anybody Could Do for These Patients.’ Now There Is. 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z Its most advanced non-COVID program is a vaccine for cytomegalovirus, the leading cause of birth defects in the United States. Money, talent flowing into mRNA sector after COVID-19 success 2021-03-15T04:00:00Z About 40,000 babies in the U.S. are born with some form of it each year, making it the most common birth defect, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Richmond EMT saves infant son’s life by administering CPR 2021-02-14T05:00:00Z It caused birth defects in thousands of children across the world. Why the FDA is taking 22 days to look over J&J’s data 2021-02-06T05:00:00Z Although conditions such as spontaneous abortion and major birth defects were reported, their prevalence in vaccinated pregnant individuals was similar to what occurs in the general population of pregnant people. Why COVID Vaccines Are Likely Safe for Pregnant People 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z From the 1960s, doctors in the country began to see a sharp rise in birth defects, cancers and other illnesses linked to exposure to the chemical. Vietnam War: French court to hear landmark Agent Orange case 2021-01-25T05:00:00Z Just hours before Friday’s protest, Andrzej Duda, Poland’s right-wing president, announced what he described as a “legislative solution” to the political crisis, proposing that terminations in instances where birth defects are terminal would be allowed. Pro-choice supporters hold biggest-ever protest against Polish government 2020-10-30T04:00:00Z The decision by the country’s Constitutional Court on Thursday effectively bans terminating pregnancies in cases where birth defects are found and will further limit access to abortions in Poland. Poland’s top court rules out abortions for birth defects 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z The decision by the country’s Constitutional Court effectively bans terminating pregnancies in cases where birth defects are found and will further limit access to abortions in Poland. Poland’s top court rules out abortions for birth defects 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z Evans “fought for compensation for the victims of thalidomide, a morning-sickness drug that killed thousands of babies in the womb and caused severe birth defects before being taken off the market in 1961.” Opinion | Readers critique The Post: Bijan Ghaisar’s name belongs with George Floyd’s and Breonna Taylor’s 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z The ingredients involve some fragrances, flavors and other chemicals linked to allergic reactions, cancer and birth defects, the governor said. California legislation bans toxic chemicals in cosmetics 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z The baby had a birth defect and died a week later. Band director in Anaheim sexually abused students decades ago, lawsuit alleges 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z His finest moment was probably his campaign for the families of children who suffered birth defects as a result of the drug Thalidomide. Obituary: Sir Harold Evans 2020-09-24T04:00:00Z Within a short period under Evans, the Sunday Times became known for its investigations, the most notable being a 1968 report on the birth defects caused by the drug Thalidomide. Harold Evans, groundbreaking British journalist and husband of Tina Brown, dies at 92 2020-09-24T04:00:00Z His Insight Team of investigative journalists exposes the plight of British children who suffered birth defects from thalidomide, leading to compensation for the families and a landmark legal reform lowering barriers to reporting on lawsuits. Timeline: The career of Sir Harold Evans, journalist, publisher and author 2020-09-24T04:00:00Z One of his most famous investigations exposed the plight of hundreds of British thalidomide children who had never received any compensation for their birth defects. Sir Harold Evans, trail-blazing newspaper editor, dies aged 92 2020-09-24T04:00:00Z The child was diagnosed with a rare birth defect called schizencephaly, Kansas court hears arguments over “wrongful birth” law 2020-09-16T04:00:00Z And a warning that it harbored a “chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm.” You see the warnings everywhere. But does Prop. 65 really protect you? 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z From uranium miners, truck drivers and government workers to those living in communities near test sites, thousands were exposed over the years to radiation that resulted in cancer, birth defects and other illnesses. Anniversary of world’s 1st atomic test fuels nuclear debate 2020-07-16T04:00:00Z And one in 10 is at risk of birth defects. The patients fighting for answers for decades 2020-07-07T04:00:00Z This marked Zika’s first confirmed appearance in the Western Hemisphere — and the stakes were made more urgent by mysterious clusters of microcephaly, a birth defect that left newborns with tiny heads. Four years before the CDC fumbled coronavirus testing, the agency made some of the same mistakes with Zika 2020-07-04T04:00:00Z Doctors also prescribed it to pregnant women for nausea—which proved devastating because it caused massive birth defects, including missing limbs and heart problems. Computer algorithms find tumors’ molecular weak spots 2020-06-11T04:00:00Z The human health risks posed by exposure to glyphosate have been fiercely debated, but studies have linked the herbicide to birth defects and other problems. Pandemic upends Colombia’s controversial drug war plan to resume aerial spraying 2020-06-11T04:00:00Z There were also a number of birth defects that seemed to be linked to the chemical, including hernias and scrotum buildup for boys and a higher rate of miscarriages or stillborn births for girls. A flame retardant commonly found in vintage furniture may be mutating human sperm 2020-06-10T04:00:00Z The civil rights “black eyes” — Little Rock, the beatings of the Freedom Riders — were imagined to be blemishes as opposed to a congenital birth defect and surely could be healed. Opinion | As astronauts rocket into space, protesters are beaten in the street — just like before 2020-06-05T04:00:00Z He was the butt of homophobic jokes at school and walked with a limp due to a birth defect. Obituary: Little Richard 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z Prepon initially became pregnant for the second time in 2018 but a doctor's visit revealed the heartbreaking news that her child was suffering from birth defects. Laura Prepon reveals the biggest change since becoming a mother of 2 2020-05-08T04:00:00Z They argue that the potential benefits outweigh the risks, particularly in the elderly, for whom the problem of birth defects is unlikely to be an issue. This Drug May Cause Birth Defects. Japan’s Pushing It for Coronavirus. 2020-05-05T04:00:00Z Schmallenberg virus, discovered in Germany in 2011, doesn’t cause illness in humans, but in goats and sheep it induces miscarriages and gruesome birth defects. Biologists invent a new way to fight viruses with llama blood and molecular super glue 2020-05-01T04:00:00Z Researchers later found that thalidomide caused irreversible birth defects, with thousands of children born with severe malformations and many not surviving more than a few days. Column: Here's why a COVID-19 vaccine could end up costing you a small fortune 2020-04-21T04:00:00Z He added that a “big takeaway” from the latest information is that “there is no evidence of direct fetal infection or birth defect due to this virus.” What to know about being pregnant during the covid-19 pandemic 2020-04-17T04:00:00Z Of course, some patients with specific conditions like twins or babies with suspected birth defects may require more traditional follow up. Pregnant in a time of coronavirus — the changing risks and what you need to know 2020-04-05T04:00:00Z That’s because pregnant women who develop flu or other respiratory infections caused by related viruses face increased risks for complications from those illnesses, including premature births and certain birth defects. Virus disrupts pregnancy plans, raises anxiety and questions 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z In November 1961, Grünenthal announced it was pulling thalidomide from the German market because of questions about whether the drug was causing birth defects. The Unseen Survivors of Thalidomide Want to Be Heard 2020-03-23T04:00:00Z Polesia experienced a spike in cancers and birth defects following the disaster – the “Belarusian necklace” refers to the horizontal scar after surgery for thyroid cancer. The race to save Polesia, Europe's secret Amazon 2020-03-06T05:00:00Z There was "radiophobia," but the WHO says there is no evidence that birth defects were more common in babies delivered by women who were near Chernobyl. 10 interesting facts about the Chernobyl nuclear disaster 2020-03-02T05:00:00Z Taking certain antibiotics early in pregnancy may increase the risk for birth defects, a new study reports. Macrolide Antibiotics Early in Pregnancy Tied to Birth Defects 2020-02-19T05:00:00Z Although genetic tests would later confirm that he had "apparently normal" chromosomes, the exact cause of his birth defects remained a mystery. Where science enters the courtroom, the Daubert name looms large 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z High levels can cause cancer and birth defects, among other health problems, the EPA said. EPA: Toxic chemicals from Scott base may pollute local water 2020-02-22T05:00:00Z Studies of the Zika virus revealed that it became harmful to fetuses in 2013 while circulating in French Polynesia, more than a year before it triggered a wave of birth defects in Brazil. By decoding the coronavirus genome, scientists seek the upper hand against COVID-19 2020-02-22T05:00:00Z The CDC says that drowning kills more children between the ages 1 to 4 than anything else except birth defects. Michigan police hail 'heroic individuals' after toddler saved from drowning in hotel pool 2020-02-16T05:00:00Z There is no definitive proof that the pollution or the chemical containers caused the birth defects and other health problems that residents around Paloch are complaining of. South Sudan buries reports on oil pollution, birth defects 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Her own doctors had never pinpointed the cause of Jason's birth defects, but Joyce remembered that she, too, had been prescribed Bendectin for nausea in her first trimester. Where science enters the courtroom, the Daubert name looms large 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z But Rick Steiner, an oil pollution adviser in Alaska, said there is substantial medical literature linking hydrocarbon exposure with birth defects. South Sudan ignores reports on oil pollution, birth defects 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z The future scholar credited his mother with instilling in him the fortitude to overcome a birth defect that made his right arm 9 inches shorter than the left. George Steiner, renowned literary critic, dies at 90 2020-02-05T05:00:00Z Most infections resulted in nothing more than mild illnesses, but pregnant women who contracted the virus found themselves at greater risk of suffering miscarriages or giving birth to babies with microcephaly and other birth defects. Misinformation about the coronavirus abounds, but correcting it can backfire 2020-02-08T05:00:00Z According to the National Institutes of Health, Trisomy 18 is a chromosomal genetic disorder that includes a combination of birth defects that impact nearly every organ in the body. Birth defects 2nd-leading cause of infant deaths in Indiana 2020-02-02T05:00:00Z Still, throughout the 1980s, Merrell stood by Bendectin's safety, and its own expert witnesses maintained the drug did not cause birth defects. Where science enters the courtroom, the Daubert name looms large 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z Skagway native Shelby Surdyk presented Thursday information on the public health effects of depleted uranium rounds in Iraq after doctors reported seeing congenital birth defects in kids born in the region, Juneau Empire reported. Alaska researcher studies effects of depleted uranium 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z Skagway native Shelby Surdyk presented Thursday information on the public health effects of depleted uranium rounds in Iraq after doctors reported seeing congenital birth defects in kids born in the region, Juneau Empire reported. Alaska researcher studies effects of depleted uranium 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z They included arsenic, which causes cancers, and lithium, which can cause kidney damage and birth defects. EPA to ease rules on power plants storing deadly coal ash 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z In the United States, a baby is born with a birth defect every four-and-a-half minutes, according to the Indiana Birth Defects and Problems Registry, which equals roughly 120,000 babies per year. Birth defects 2nd-leading cause of infant deaths in Indiana 2020-02-02T05:00:00Z "She had to deal with a kid who had these horrible birth defects." Where science enters the courtroom, the Daubert name looms large 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z Children in Iraq were displaying the same birth defects as children born in the Marshall Islands, which was used as a nuclear test site in the 1940s and 1950s by the U.S. government, she found. Alaska researcher studies effects of depleted uranium 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z Children in Iraq were displaying the same birth defects as children born in the Marshall Islands, which was used as a nuclear test site in the 1940s and 1950s by the U.S. government, she found. Alaska researcher studies effects of depleted uranium 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z There have since been high rates of thyroid cancer and birth defects, including congenital cataracts. The Cost of Fleeing Climate Change 2020-01-10T05:00:00Z While doctors do say that many birth defects can’t necessarily be fully prevented, there are ways to lower the risk factor. Birth defects 2nd-leading cause of infant deaths in Indiana 2020-02-02T05:00:00Z Jason knew that his own birth defects were likely not genetic, but still felt a profound wave of relief when their daughter, Serena, was born with ten fingers and ten toes. Where science enters the courtroom, the Daubert name looms large 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z Wilkins argued that known pollutants produced by the incinerator were linked to higher rates of cancer and respiratory issues, birth defects, and endocrine diseases. The blackest city in the US is facing an environmental justice nightmare 2020-01-09T05:00:00Z The heavy metal is well known as a slow-acting poison that seeps into the food chain, causing birth defects, neurological disorders and death. In Indonesia, Outlaw Gold Miners Poison Themselves to Survive 2019-12-30T05:00:00Z The process can kick up coal dust and send heavy metals into waterways, and a number of studies have suggested links to health problems like kidney disease and birth defects. Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work 2019-12-28T05:00:00Z Spina bifida is a birth defect in which a developing baby’s spinal cord fails to develop properly. Birth defects 2nd-leading cause of infant deaths in Indiana 2020-02-02T05:00:00Z Despite the uncertainties, Kozinski noted that epidemiological evidence suggested that exposure to Bendectin in utero did not double that child's risk of being born with birth defects. Where science enters the courtroom, the Daubert name looms large 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z His scheme, however, increased both child mortality as well as the number of children suffering from birth defects. Romania confronts ugly past involving abusive orphanages 2019-12-20T05:00:00Z Grunenthal synthesized tramadol in the 1960s, as the company was embroiled in scandal over its marketing of the sedative thalidomide, which caused extreme birth defects in thousands of babies whose mothers took it. `'Safer opioid’ has sparked a crisis in vulnerable countries 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z For pregnant women, exposures during the first trimester can lead to miscarriage or birth defects, while exposures later on during the pregnancy may be associated with neurodevelopmental issues and premature births. Could Could Lab Work Be Affecting My Fertility? 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z “The big point I would like to get across is that there are so many of these birth defects that are preventable, especially when you look at things like maternal obesity,” she said. Birth defects 2nd-leading cause of infant deaths in Indiana 2020-02-02T05:00:00Z The company denied wrongdoing; all the cases were eventually dismissed; and studies suggest that the incidence of birth defects remained the same even after the drug was removed. Where science enters the courtroom, the Daubert name looms large 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z It published a report in 2018 that asserted a link between the use of hazardous chemicals in mining and increased miscarriages, birth defects and deaths. Exclusive: Sudan militia leader grew rich by selling gold 2019-11-26T05:00:00Z Ahlers said his son was born with two rare birth defects. 'Let the baby die' signs target Ohio family with sick infant: report 2019-11-19T05:00:00Z Dr. Sherman was an authority on breast cancer, birth defects, waste dumps and nuclear radiation, specializing in illnesses that stemmed from toxic agents found in the home, at the office or on the battlefield. Janette Sherman, physician-activist who warned of toxic chemicals, dies at 89 2019-11-14T05:00:00Z Billions more face blindness, debilitating disease, and birth defects for the same reason. New polymer-coated vitamins and minerals could fight malnutrition in low-income countries 2019-11-13T05:00:00Z In surveys of 24 hot spots, the Nexus3 Foundation and a team of independent doctors found more than 700 cases of suspected mercury poisoning, including children with birth defects and villagers with irreversible neurological disorders. The Hidden Cost of Gold: Birth Defects and Brain Damage 2019-11-09T05:00:00Z There is also an alarming rate of birth defects and genetic problems in children that are born to an infertile couple. Are We Doing Everything We Can to Treat Infertility? 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z The behavioral changes include feeding less frequently and being generally lethargic, and suffering from birth defects, like a pronounced underbite. Minnesota researchers to amass spleens as deer season begins 2019-11-06T05:00:00Z Northam didn’t execute a baby, obviously, even though it’s true he once he botched an explanation about hospice and palliative care for babies born with severe birth defects. His dark materials: Trump's war on truth gets sicker, and more dangerous 2019-11-05T05:00:00Z Among the misfortunes linked to exposure to these chemicals are reduced fertility, birth defects, obesity, early puberty and miscarriages. Opinion: Will California do for dangerous plastic what it did for toxic air? 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z Mercury can be highly dangerous as it accumulates up the food chain, causing a wide range of disorders, including birth defects, neurological problems and even death. The Hidden Cost of Gold: Birth Defects and Brain Damage 2019-11-09T05:00:00Z This applies as well to cancer research, Alzheimer’s studies and preventing birth defects. While Searching for the Perfect Vaccine, Keep Using the Very Good 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z Shaquem Griffin suffered from amniotic band syndrome, a congenital birth defect that hindered his ability to partake in day-to-day activities as a child. Shaquem Griffin on road to NFL after hand amputation: ‘I always had to be a step ahead’ 2019-10-02T04:00:00Z And the biologists say their findings, in 15 developing babies, might help shed light on these types of birth defects. Babies in the womb have lizard-like hand muscles 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z He was born without arms, after his mother was prescribed the drug thalidomide during her pregnancy, which was later found to cause birth defects. What Painting With Your Feet Does to Your Brain 2019-09-10T04:00:00Z Forty-four years after U.S. forces left Vietnam, there are still Vietnamese babies born with birth defects from the American military's use of Agent Orange. "The destruction of a society": First the U.S. invaded Iraq — then we left it poisoned 2019-09-07T04:00:00Z It soon became linked with severe birth defects and was removed from most markets by the early 1960s. Is pot safe when pregnant? Study seeks answer, draws critics 2019-08-07T04:00:00Z Mendez’s mother crossed with her into Texas through the Rio Grande, inspired largely by a desire to get better medical treatment for Mendez’s sister, who was born with a birth defect. Trump won't get a citizenship question on the census, but Latino kids may still be undercounted 2019-08-06T04:00:00Z “Ghetto,” “cakewalk,” and “birth defect” also made the list of words that needed a “best practices guide” for life at the school. CSU’s ‘task force’ on inclusivity includes ‘America’ on list of words to avoid 2019-07-19T04:00:00Z Martin, who has a birth defect in his right leg, used a cart while competing in the U.S. John Daly withdraws from British Open after request to use a cart was denied 2019-07-09T04:00:00Z We found thorium, a product of depleted uranium decay, in the hair of Iraqi children with birth defects who lived in Nasiriyah and Ur City, near a U.S. military base. "The destruction of a society": First the U.S. invaded Iraq — then we left it poisoned 2019-09-07T04:00:00Z During the outbreak in Brazil, which spread through North and South America, Zika spurred widespread concern that babies exposed to the virus in utero would be born with devastating and long-lasting birth defects. One-third of toddlers exposed to Zika in the womb suffer developmental problems, study says 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z Hill called slavery a "birth defect" of the United States but added the man who situated his Monticello estate just south of Charlottesville also helped create a legacy that freed people from its bonds. Professor: Charlottesville ending Jefferson's birthday commemoration a step toward 'a decimated history' 2019-07-03T04:00:00Z The risk is not as high as that found for infants with certain birth defects, who were at 10 times the risk of developing leukemia in our study compared to newborns without birth defects. Cancer Prevention Should Start before Birth 2019-06-24T04:00:00Z The environmental groups said emitted chemical compounds such as sulfur dioxide, heavy metals and fine particulate matter cause illnesses including bronchitis and lung cancer and contribute to strokes, heart attacks and birth defects. South African government sued over coal and industrial air pollution 2019-06-10T04:00:00Z Fetal tissue helps researchers learn about birth defects and human tissue development. FAQ: How Does New Trump Fetal Policy Impact Medical Research? 2019-06-07T04:00:00Z When he ran for governor in 2015, his campaign had a prominent TV ad that showed his wife, Donna, describing being advised to have an abortion because of their daughter’s spinal birth defect. Louisiana’s Democratic governor signs abortion ban into law 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z Individually, some of the chemicals commonly in use and in human bodies are known to be linked with cancer, organ problems, reproductive difficulties, endocrine disruption, obesity, diabetes, birth defects, neural issues and developmental delays. Is modern life poisoning me? I took the tests to find out 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z It has been linked with the organ problems DePotter experienced, as well as cancer and birth defects. Internal emails reveal how the chemical lobby fights regulation 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z Your child is born with catastrophic birth defects, limiting its lifespan to just a day or two. In America, we all have sovereignty over our own bodies. Except for pregnant women, it turns out 2019-05-21T04:00:00Z In a TV ad, his wife, Donna, described being advised to have an abortion because of their daughter’s spinal birth defect. Louisiana governor breaks with Democratic Party on abortion 2019-05-17T04:00:00Z The sedative, which was found to ease nausea and vomiting in expectant mothers, left thousands of babies with severe birth defects. 'I questioned if pregnancy was worth it' 2019-05-15T04:00:00Z He suffers from a birth defect in his right leg that restricts circulation, making it virtually impossible for him to walk 18 holes a day over four rounds. Column: Daly turns PGA Championship into ridiculous sideshow 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z Martin, who has a painful birth defect that restricts circulation in the lower portion of his right leg, was famously denied permission to use a cart on the PGA Tour. Golf: Faldo not thrilled Daly will be allowed to ride cart at PGA... 2019-05-08T04:00:00Z Returning to our tragic conundrum at the top of this piece, the same rights ought to be sacrosanct for new parents whose children are sometimes born with catastrophic birth defects. In America, we all have sovereignty over our own bodies. Except for pregnant women, it turns out 2019-05-21T04:00:00Z “We were seeing those same birth defects on all of the big game and domestic animals,” says Hoy, who reported her observations in 2002 in the Journal of Environmental Biology. As Pesticide Turns Up in More Places, Safety Concerns Mount 2019-04-30T04:00:00Z The drug ended up causing birth defects that led to thousands of deaths. The medical jump from mice to humans just got easier 2019-04-27T04:00:00Z She spoke after the sheriff and lead prosecutor for Colleton County told a news conference the girl died from rupturing blood vessels caused by a birth defect. The Latest: Family disputes official account of girl’s death 2019-04-19T04:00:00Z The company is developing an innovative technique to repair the heart valves of children with birth defects, a life-threatening problem that affects hundreds of thousands of children around the world. Germany’s attitude to start-up firms is undergoing profound change 2019-03-26T04:00:00Z Prof Reza Razavi, consultant paediatric cardiologist, wanted to improve the diagnosis of the birth defects after his daughter was born with one. Detailed images of baby heart in the womb 2019-03-22T04:00:00Z The virus is still circulating in Southeast Asia and South Asia, but large numbers of new infections and Zika-related birth defects are not being reported, Ko said. As Zika danger wanes, travel warnings are eased for pregnant women 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z Then there is the independence of the regional offices, which dates back to WHO’s founding and is often described as its “birth defect.” The planet’s premier health agency has announced drastic reforms. Critics say they aren't drastic enough 2019-03-12T04:00:00Z A fundamental rewrite of the W.H.O.’s charter would be needed to fix what is sometimes called the agency’s “birth defect.” W.H.O. Chief Plans to Reorganize a Vast Bureaucracy 2019-03-06T05:00:00Z Planned Parenthood warned her, in a letter, that the abortion drugs could cause birth defects. Couple sues Planned Parenthood for child support after failed abortion 2019-02-22T05:00:00Z Wyatt Burggraff was born with spina bifida, a birth defect that prevents the spinal column from forming properly. Wheelchair-bound 4-year-old inspires with trampoline act 2019-02-20T05:00:00Z The outbreak left more than 3,000 babies across Brazil with microcephaly, a birth defect caused by mothers catching the virus during pregnancy. Study of Brazil favela stricken by Zika shows dengue may protect against virus 2019-02-18T05:00:00Z "So one possible cause of birth defects is actually a lack of iodine in the environment," the prof says. Chernobyl: The end of a three-decade experiment 2019-02-14T05:00:00Z A woman in the United Kingdom claims she has undergone what is known as “fetal repair” surgery after learning about her baby's diagnosis of spina bifida, a birth defect that affects the spine. Woman’s unborn baby undergoes spinal surgery while still in the womb: ‘She deserves this life’ 2019-02-12T05:00:00Z Due to a congenital birth defect, Ring was born without a left hand. Born without left hand, freshman plays basketball, inspires 2019-02-07T05:00:00Z Heart disease remains the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S. and in Indiana, and congenital heart defects are the leading birth defect in newborns. 3,000 Indiana newborns to receive red hats in February 2019-01-28T05:00:00Z A cleft lip and palate is the most common facial birth defect in the UK, affecting around one in every 700 babies. Call the Midwife praised for cleft lip story 2019-01-28T05:00:00Z But it echoes earlier research that found a higher risk of birth defects when moms took opioid painkillers like oxycodone just before or early in pregnancy. Researchers see possible link between opioids, birth defect 2019-01-17T05:00:00Z But it echoes earlier research that found a higher risk of birth defects when moms took opioid painkillers like oxycodone just before, or early in, pregnancy. CDC sees possible link between opioids and birth defect 2019-01-17T05:00:00Z The state-appointed toxicologist demonstrated a litany of health issues affecting residents, such as breathing, kidney and eye problems, skin rashes, birth defects, learning disabilities, cancer and high lead levels. The water protectors are back: the battle against Lousiana's pipeline 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z An effective contraceptive is critical for those taking isotretinoin, since it can cause serious birth defects. Managing Teenage Acne 2019-01-07T05:00:00Z And in an unofficial comparison conducted between Face2Gene and clinicians last August at a workshop on birth defects, the program outperformed the people. AI face-scanning app spots signs of rare genetic disorders 2019-01-06T05:00:00Z Also Thursday, the CDC’s director and two other agency officials wrote a commentary in the journal Pediatrics urging more study of the possible connection between opioids and birth defects. Researchers see possible link between opioids, birth defect 2019-01-17T05:00:00Z Venting can release a variety of pollutants into the air, including volatile organic compounds like ethylbenzene, a possible carcinogen, and toluene, a neurotoxin that may result in birth defects. President Trump’s Retreat on the Environment Is Affecting Communities Across America 2018-12-26T05:00:00Z Research fields in which fetal tissue is used include HIV, childhood cancers and efforts to find a vaccine against the Zika virus, which causes birth defects. Renewed battle over using fetal tissue in medical research 2018-12-13T05:00:00Z The tissue is used to test drugs, develop vaccines and study cancer, AIDS, Parkinson’s disease, birth defects, blindness and other disorders. Fetal Tissue Research Is Curtailed by Trump Administration 2018-12-12T05:00:00Z But campaigners claim it caused birth defects in their children, such as blindness, deafness, spina bifida, and heart and limb defects, or even killed their babies. Mum's 'guilt' over pregnancy test drug 2018-11-29T05:00:00Z By 1961 it was clear that it was causing serious birth defects and by later that year it was withdrawn in the UK. Tributes paid to Thalidomide campaigner 2018-11-14T05:00:00Z A new study of fossilized skeletons from across the Middle East and Eurasia found that ancient humans suffered from an unusually high number of birth defects, both debilitating and relatively inconsequential. Top stories: jellyfish stingers, eye-swimming microbots, and a metric system makeover 2018-11-09T05:00:00Z A striking number of children in the hospitals I visited seemed to have birth defects of one kind or another. How the War in Yemen Became a Bloody Stalemate — and the Worst Humanitarian Crisis in the World 2018-10-31T04:00:00Z News outlets report Ruden is a power lifter and motivational speaker who was born with a congenital birth defect, leaving him with only two fingers on his left hand. Police find motivational speaker’s missing bionic arm 2018-10-29T04:00:00Z The ministry cited the economic crisis and the outbreak of the Zika virus - which was linked to an increase in birth defects - as explanatory factors. Your Brazil election guide in five charts 2018-10-26T04:00:00Z A birth defect called spina bifida, for example, occurs when a portion of a fetus’s neural tube fails to seal properly. Watch This Blob of Cells Become an Embryo in High-Resolution 2018-10-12T04:00:00Z Campbell will be sidelined by a torn knee ligament and O’Neal by an electrical problem in his heart that Alford said was a birth defect. UCLA's freshmen are still adjusting to their new home - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z It was the Asian strain that caused at least 3,762 cases of Zika-related birth defects, including microcephaly, in Brazil since 2015, as well as serious outbreaks in other Latin American countries. Zika in Africa: Rare birth defect on the rise in Angola 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z Residents point to peer-reviewed research showing health risks such as cancer, respiratory problems and congenital birth defects from toxic oil and gas emissions. Intense fight over Colorado oil and gas setbacks could end with national precedent 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z Al-Yassiri, a Shiite Muslim with a prominent social media presence, ran the Barbie medical center, which offered cosmetic surgery as well as treatment for war victims and those with birth defects. Deaths of Instagram model, other women shock Iraq 2018-10-03T04:00:00Z Thalomid was Celgene’s brand name for thalidomide, an old drug that became notorious in the 1960s after it was traced to thousands of birth defects worldwide. A G.O.P. Senate Candidate Highlights His Drug Industry Career. Should He? 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z The drug can cause hemorrhaging in the mother, and birth defects. Where a Sore Throat Becomes a Death Sentence 2018-09-16T04:00:00Z Brazil’s epidemic prompted WHO to declare a global public health emergency in February 2016 to investigate and ultimately identify the virus as a cause of microcephaly and other birth defects. Zika in Africa: Rare birth defect on the rise in Angola 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z In 2016, experimental Zika vaccines were swiftly developed in response to the emergence of serious birth defects in the babies of infected woman. The youngest sex chromosomes on the block, and how to test a Zika vaccine without Zika cases 2018-09-13T04:00:00Z For example, the Zika virus poses health risks such as microcephaly, a birth defect that affects the size of a fetus’s brain. How the media falls short in reporting epidemics 2018-09-11T04:00:00Z The law, known as Proposition 65, now requires warnings for any product that exposes consumers to any one of more than 900 chemicals linked to birth defects and cancer. Should coffee come with cancer warnings? California says no 2018-08-15T04:00:00Z “So they know exactly how many donors they have and how often they donate and how many children are born with which birth defects, etc.,” America's hottest export? Sperm 2018-08-15T04:00:00Z She said there is still a great need for better diagnostics, greater lab capacity and programs to monitor birth defects. Zika in Africa: Rare birth defect on the rise in Angola 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z The harmful impact included cancers and birth defects. Monsanto Roundup appeal has uphill climb on 'junk science' grounds:... 2018-08-14T04:00:00Z He struggled to adjust and was often teased by other children about his missing right arm, a birth defect. Confined to Gaza, performers find a way to break free — without crossing borders 2018-08-10T04:00:00Z He had not directly commented on the abortion bill, but two days before the lower house voted on the bill in June, he appeared to compare abortion sought for birth defects to Nazi eugenics. Showdown in Argentina over landmark abortion legalization bill 2018-08-08T04:00:00Z Zika became widely associated with the birth defect microcephaly in the winter of 2016, after the birth defect showed up in Brazil with alarming frequency. Zika: one in seven babies with mothers exposed to virus developed issues 2018-08-07T04:00:00Z As the Zika outbreak that erupted in 2016 ebbed, health authorities warned that birth defects seen then might just be the tip of all the problems the virus caused when it infected fetuses. 1 in 7 Babies Exposed to Zika in the Womb Have Health Problems 2018-08-07T04:00:00Z Researchers found problems ranging from birth defects to conditions that became apparent only later. Study: 1 in 7 children of Zika-infected U.S. mothers have problems 2018-08-07T04:00:00Z Researchers found problems ranging from birth defects to conditions that became apparent only later. Study: 1 in 7 children of Zika-infected moms have problems 2018-08-07T04:00:00Z It now focuses on preventing and treating pre-term births and birth defects. Scientists stunned as medical non-profit group abruptly ends research grants 2018-08-01T04:00:00Z But after polio vaccines became widely available, the organization shifted its focus to studying and preventing birth defects. March of Dimes abruptly scales back research funding 2018-08-02T04:00:00Z Psevedourou, who limps due to a birth defect, escaped on foot. It was all a blur in fire chaos, Greek victim says 2018-07-24T04:00:00Z Tests showed they accumulated in the blood of chemical factory workers and residents living nearby, and studies linked some of the chemicals to cancers and birth defects. How the EPA and the Pentagon downplayed a growing toxic threat 2018-07-23T04:00:00Z Scientists have captured the clearest and most detailed image yet of Zika, the virus that set off a global health crisis in 2015 and 2016 and left thousands of babies with serious birth defects. High-Resolution Snapshot of Zika Virus Reveals Clues to Fighting It 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z Agency officials ordered states to test each donation for the virus in August 2016, as the mosquito-borne illness tore through the Americas, sparking fears of birth defects in infants born to infected mothers. FDA eases blood-screening rules for Zika, citing drop in cases 2018-07-06T04:00:00Z As scientists refine and improve their techniques, they hope to learn much more about human development, and to shed light on the causes of pregnancy loss and birth defects. The labs growing human embryos for longer than ever before 2018-07-03T04:00:00Z Darnovsky then notes that many cloned mammalian embryos fail to develop and that some have been born with birth defects. Readers Respond to the March 2018 Issue 2018-07-01T04:00:00Z Studies on animals also linked the chemicals to structural birth defects and dramatic changes in hormone levels. How the EPA and the Pentagon downplayed a growing toxic threat 2018-07-23T04:00:00Z The state agency implements a law passed by voters in 1986 that requires warnings of chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects. California moves to clear coffee of cancer-risk stigma 2018-06-15T04:00:00Z Is it a disappointment to hear that some of Rage 2’s villains will be modeled to share my birth defect? When I asked about Rage 2’s worst character, I got an unexpected response 2018-06-14T04:00:00Z The hasty allocation was driven by valid concern for Zika’s potential to cause birth defects. In the Battle Against Lyme Disease, the Ticks Are Winning 2018-06-11T04:00:00Z At some point, it might even be safer than regular reproduction by eliminating birth defects such as Down syndrome. Readers Respond to the March 2018 Issue 2018-07-01T04:00:00Z The study, conducted by the Canadian Institute of Mental Health Policy and Research, found that four times more children in the UK suffer alcohol-related birth defects than the global average. The secret shame of being a sober mother 2018-06-10T04:00:00Z The syndrome — named for the surgeon Alfred Poland — usually involves a rare birth defect, an underdeveloped or missing pectoral muscle. Opinion | My Not-So-Bad Birth Defect 2018-06-08T04:00:00Z The villainous foot soldiers were mutants, many with facial wounds that looked an awful lot like my own birth defect: a full cleft lip and palate. When I asked about Rage 2’s worst character, I got an unexpected response 2018-06-14T04:00:00Z In some cases, the brand-name drug companies may invoke an FDA program to limit distribution for drugs that carry major risks, such as birth defects. FDA shames drug companies suspected of using ‘gaming tactics’ to delay competition 2018-05-17T04:00:00Z Celgene, for example, argued that the three of its products on the FDA list all carry risk of significant side effects, including severe birth defects. FDA names drugmakers potentially acting to delay cheap generics 2018-05-17T04:00:00Z The procedure, which is frequently done to address ear defects from trauma, cancer or a birth defect, has been performed thousands of times around the world. Surgeons replace soldiers ear with one they grew on her forearm 2018-05-10T04:00:00Z After spending many years volunteering for causes to fight diabetes, cancer, blood shortages and birth defects, Nancy Thurmond now devotes her time to her 10 grandchildren, calling it a full-time job. Drunk driver killed Strom Thurmond’s ‘little girl’ years ago 2018-05-06T04:00:00Z It’s a birth defect where the spinal cord has a hole in it. John Mellencamp Began His Art Career in His Family’s Indiana Basement 2018-04-24T04:00:00Z If valproate is taken during pregnancy, up to four in 10 babies are at risk of developmental disorders, and approximately one in 10 are at risk of birth defects. New ban on epilepsy drug in pregnancy 2018-04-24T04:00:00Z The hospital’s chief of pediatrics, Dr. Lewis First, says the hospital would create a “state-of-the-art” program for children with the birth defect. Burlington hospital to take over cleft palate clinic 2018-04-22T04:00:00Z But infection during pregnancy can cause devastating birth defects, including microcephaly, in which a baby’s skull is much smaller than expected because the brain hasn’t developed properly. Risk of Zika infection through sex may last only a month 2018-04-11T04:00:00Z Acrylamide is one of more than 900 chemicals on a list of those known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Coffee Brands Fight California Ruling on Cancer Warnings 2018-04-16T04:00:00Z Survivors of the blasts, their children and grandchildren suffered from cataracts, blood diseases, arthritic conditions, stomach cancers and birth defects. Australia’s Least Likely Tourist Spot: A Test Site for Atom Bombs 2018-04-15T04:00:00Z Every newborn's DNA carries more than 60 new mutations, some of which lead to birth defects and disease, including cancers. Why microbes are better than people at keeping DNA mutations at bay 2018-04-11T04:00:00Z However, a fetus with birth defects that is 40 years old – even one sensationalized as a space alien—likely has kin and community that should be considered. Scientists Must Unravel a Thorny Mummy Controversy 2018-04-08T04:00:00Z The supplements are also known to prevent birth defects. Taking folic acid may lower the risk of autism and ease features of the condition 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z JUUL’s packaging carries California’s Proposition 65 warning, which states that the product contains chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. JUUL smoking craze sparks teen nicotine addiction warning 2018-04-01T04:00:00Z The Council for Education and Research on Toxics, a small nonprofit, took the coffee industry to court under a California law that requires warnings where chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects are present. Coffee cancer warnings may migrate beyond California border 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, better known as Proposition 65, requires warning labels for about 900 chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects. California judge rules that coffee requires cancer warning 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z He was suffering from amniotic band syndrome, a congenital birth defect. One-handed Griffin making impact well before NFL draft 2018-03-29T04:00:00Z What manifested as cystic acne and big muscles in the '70s and '80s in East German athletes morphed into birth defects and long term, negative health impacts in the '90s through today. At the Heart of a Vast Doping Network, an Alias 2018-03-26T04:00:00Z Her unborn child had a rare genetic syndrome that causes severe, fatal birth defects. Polish Women Protest Proposed Abortion Ban (Again) 2018-03-23T04:00:00Z For example, parking garages caution: “This area contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.” Coffee cancer warnings may migrate beyond California border 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z If doctors were to implant a damaged embryo, it might not lead to a pregnancy, but if it did, it would not raise the danger of birth defects in the child, Ball said. Fertility-clinic breakdowns baffle experts, upset couples 2018-03-12T04:00:00Z The outbreak is stressing the health system just a few years after a major outbreak of Zika, which was linked to severe birth defects in babies born to infected mothers. Rumors, mistrust hinder Brazil yellow fever vaccine campaign 2018-03-12T04:00:00Z Dorian had suffered a heart attack, caused by a rare birth defect. Is the FBI cleaning up college basketball, or wasting its time? 2018-03-09T05:00:00Z Ndiaye never let the birth defect get in his way growing up. One-handed Northern Arizona player spreading inspiration 2018-03-09T05:00:00Z Untreated, it can cause seizures, blindness, birth defects and death. Martin Shkreli's arrogance may cost 'Pharma Bro' years behind bars 2018-03-09T05:00:00Z Sailors will volunteer at a protection center for victims of Agent Orange, a defoliant used by U.S. forces during the war that caused deformities and birth defects in children. U.S. Carrier Marks New Vietnam Ties With Port Call at Former War Site 2018-03-05T05:00:00Z When Gabby was born, it was only her left leg that was affected by proximal femoral focal deficiency, a rare birth defect that results in the hip being deformed and the leg shortened. Disabled Oklahoma teen finds hope in swimming 2018-03-05T05:00:00Z The doctor confirmed a diagnosis of anencephaly, a serious birth defect in which a baby is born without parts of the brain and skull. Mom learns baby will die, chooses to cherish pregnancy 2018-03-03T05:00:00Z Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal played for the first time since he and his wife said their infant daughter died of a terminal birth defect. Hurricanes end 6-game losing streak in 4-1 win over Flyers 2018-03-01T05:00:00Z By that time, thousands of people who had remained living in the area around the plant had fallen ill with cancer or given birth to children with birth defects. Radiation levels near this Siberian village were 1,000 times above normal last fall. But no one worried much 2018-02-16T05:00:00Z The veterans say the nuclear tests ruined their lives, causing cancers, fertility problems and birth defects passed down the generations. DNA tests for UK’s nuclear bomb veterans 2018-02-16T05:00:00Z Before Grace Lee was born, doctors told her parents that she would have clubfoot, a congenital birth defect that twists the feet out of position. This American plays Olympic hockey for Korea, and that’s just part of her story 2018-02-12T05:00:00Z It's also entirely likely that any person conceived and gestated in a 0.38 G environment will be born with various birth defects. Falcon Heavy, in a Roar of Thunder, Carries SpaceX’s Ambition Into Orbit 2018-02-06T05:00:00Z He worries most about birth defects, cancer and malignant tumors. The Islamic State’s toxic farewell: Environmental sabotage and chronic disease 2018-02-04T05:00:00Z Avery, due to be born in April, was diagnosed at just 14 weeks gestation with the rare birth defect called omphalocele. Minnesota couple raises awareness for unborn child’s defect 2018-02-03T05:00:00Z Sixteen out of 21 of his descendants have had birth defects or health problems. DNA tests for UK’s nuclear bomb veterans 2018-02-16T05:00:00Z The government is being urged to ensure that flour is fortified with folic acid, in an effort to protect babies from birth defects including spina bifida. In a hurry? Here's what you need to know in five minutes 2018-01-31T05:00:00Z For the study, the CDC examined data from existing birth defect surveillance systems in 15 U.S. jurisdictions to look for birth defects possibly associated with Zika. More birth defects seen in U.S. areas where Zika was present 2018-01-25T05:00:00Z Acrylamide is one of more than 900 chemicals on a list of those known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. In California, Where Cancer Warnings Abound, Coffee Is Next in Line 2018-01-24T05:00:00Z In medical terms Paul’s birth defects are known as phocomelia syndrome. Man with only 1 arm, 3 fingers living independent life 2018-01-13T05:00:00Z Thousands of babies were born with devastating birth defects after their mothers were infected in pregnancy. Zika cases retreat widely, but experts remain worried 2018-01-08T05:00:00Z The CDC holds grand rounds virtually monthly on topics such as birth defects prevention, diseases spread by ticks, and sodium reduction. CDC Plans Session on the Medical Response to a Nuclear Detonation 2018-01-05T05:00:00Z “This report highlights the critical importance of documenting birth defects possibly related to Zika and our need to maintain vigilance,” CDC Director Dr. Brenda Fitzgerald said in a statement. More birth defects seen in U.S. areas where Zika was present 2018-01-25T05:00:00Z While it worked as a sedative, one of these mirror images of the chemical compound caused birth defects and it became an international scandal. Uni scientists' drugs breakthrough 2018-01-05T05:00:00Z Zika virus, which has caused hundreds of babies to be born with birth defects in Brazil, is most commonly transmitted by mosquitoes. L.A. County officials confirm first case of sexually transmitted Zika virus 2018-01-04T05:00:00Z After Zika emerged in the Western Hemisphere, it shook the Americas as reports of infections and devastating birth defects swept through Brazil and Colombia, eventually reaching the United States in 2016. As Zika fades from public consciousness, scientists continue to pursue the virus 2017-12-29T05:00:00Z In northeastern Brazil, where links between the virus and birth defects like microcephaly were first detected, families struggle to give the best lives possible to stricken babies. What We Learned in 2017 2017-12-07T05:00:00Z For the study, the CDC examined data from existing birth defect surveillance systems in 15 U.S. jurisdictions to look for birth defects possibly associated with Zika. More birth defects seen in U.S. areas where Zika was present 2018-01-25T05:00:00Z “Potential health concerns from exposure to trichloroethylene, based on limited epidemiological data and evidence from animal studies, include decreased fetal growth and birth defects, particularly cardiac birth defects,” agency officials noted in 2013. E.P.A. Delays Bans on Uses of Hazardous Chemicals 2017-12-19T05:00:00Z The CDC’s work on birth defects caused by the Zika virus includes research on the developing fetus. CDC gets list of forbidden words: fetus, transgender, diversity 2017-12-15T05:00:00Z The CDC’s work on birth defects caused by the Zika virus, for example, includes research on the developing fetus. CDC gets list of forbidden words, including: fetus, transgender, diversity 2017-12-15T05:00:00Z Researchers hope to find clues about the virus’s effects on the fetus by studying pairs of twins in Brazil in which one was born with birth defects and the other was not. What We Learned in 2017 2017-12-07T05:00:00Z “This report highlights the critical importance of documenting birth defects possibly related to Zika and our need to maintain vigilance,” CDC Director Dr. Brenda Fitzgerald said in a statement. More birth defects seen in U.S. areas where Zika was present 2018-01-25T05:00:00Z The birth certificates included addresses and vital statistics for each infant, such as birth weights, total months of gestation, birth defects, and other abnormal conditions. Fracking linked to low-weight babies 2017-12-13T05:00:00Z The inevitable results include toxic pollution, genetic and birth defects, disease, warfare, and massive social upheaval. Air Pollution May Harm Babies Even Before They Are Born 2017-12-05T05:00:00Z Congenital heart disease is the most common birth defect, affecting between five and nine in every 1,000 babies born in the UK. Complex heart surgery hospitals 'saved' 2017-11-30T05:00:00Z Researchers suggest developing fetuses are particularly at risk for birth defects and lower-than-normal birth weights. EPA curb on nonstick chemical may have reduced number of babies with low birth weight 2017-11-28T05:00:00Z Complaints about miscarriages, birth defects and other health problems among residents made the area a symbol of environmental catastrophe and led to federal Superfund legislation to clean up the nation’s abandoned waste sites. Maurice Hinchey, N.Y. congressman who championed environmental issues, dies at 79 2017-11-23T05:00:00Z The women have more miscarriages and their children have a much higher incidence of birth defects. Do Pesticides Get Into the Flesh of Fruits and Vegetables? 2017-11-10T05:00:00Z It has managed to survive despite birth defects. After a Tough 2016, Many Pollsters Haven’t Changed Anything 2017-11-06T05:00:00Z They helped scientists to unpick the causes of spina bifida in humans—a birth defect in which the spine doesn’t form properly. Biology's Beloved Amphibian--the Axolotl--Is Racing Toward Extinction 2017-11-20T05:00:00Z They helped scientists to unpick the causes of spina bifida in humans — a birth defect in which the spine doesn’t form properly. Biology’s beloved amphibian — the axolotl — is racing towards extinction Campaigners claim it caused birth defects in their children, such as blindness, deafness, spina bifida and heart and limb defects as well as cleft palates. Hormone pregnancy test 'no link to harm' 2017-11-15T05:00:00Z While the virus is linked to birth defects and to neurological problems in adults, most cases lead to mild or no symptoms. Although the number of Zika cases has fallen, the virus is unlikely to vanish 2017-11-03T04:00:00Z But it interfered with the endocrine system, causing birth defects and other problems. Gynecology museum’s 4,500 items tell an interesting and odd medical tale 2017-10-13T04:00:00Z She reminded me about her daughter Bethany, who was born premature with gastroschisis, a serious birth defect of the wall of her abdomen. Bias Begins Much Too Early 2017-10-12T04:00:00Z The former site of a demolished paper mill that operated in the 1960s, the island in the middle of the San Jacinto River is heavily contaminated with dioxins - chemicals linked to cancer and birth defects. EPA orders cleanup at Texas toxic site flooded by Harvey 2017-10-12T04:00:00Z The former paper mill site is heavily contaminated with dioxins, chemicals linked to cancer and birth defects. EPA orders cleanup at Texas toxic site flooded by Harvey 2017-10-12T04:00:00Z However, it was banned in 1961 after being linked to severe birth defects and internal organ damage in babies across Europe. Thalidomide mum speaks out on battle 2017-10-06T04:00:00Z Most abortions past 24 weeks are performed for very severe birth defects that are discovered late by genetic testing and ultrasound. Opinion | Sex, Sanctimony and Congress 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z Scientists used cryo-electron imaging to quickly determine the shape of the Zika virus once it was identified as the cause of severe birth defects. Three biophysicists win 2017 Nobel Prize in chemistry for imaging molecules of life 2017-10-04T04:00:00Z “Certainly we all care about infants and birth defects, so Zika gets a lot of attention,” said Dr. Benjamin Schwartz, deputy chief of the county’s program for acute communicable disease control. Scientists Are Monitoring West Nile Virus in Los Angeles Using Chickens 2017-09-29T04:00:00Z It took an international effort to connect the birth defects conclusively to Zika and begin to rein in the outbreaks. Zika was a mild bug. A new discovery shows how it turned monstrous. 2017-09-28T04:00:00Z The researchers do not claim the S139N mutation is solely responsible for the birth defects among children born to women infected by mosquitoes during pregnancy. The Zika Virus Grew Deadlier With a Small Mutation, Study Suggests 2017-09-28T04:00:00Z Most abortions past 24 weeks are performed for very severe birth defects that are discovered late by genetic testing and ultrasound. Opinion | Sex, Sanctimony and Congress 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z “This bill would be absolutely devastating,” said Cynthia Pellegrini, senior vice president of public policy and government affairs for the March of Dimes, which works to prevent birth defects and premature births. Cassidy-Graham plan undercuts GOP’s promise to protect health coverage for preexisting conditions 2017-09-22T04:00:00Z Alcohol is the number on cause of preventable birth defects. Number of babies exposed to drugs and alcohol is increasing 2017-09-15T04:00:00Z When the Zika virus became a global terror two years ago — inflicting severe birth defects on the babies of pregnant women who were infected with the virus and alarming health officials worldwide — scientists were mystified. Zika was a mild bug. A new discovery shows how it turned monstrous. 2017-09-28T04:00:00Z Scientists have warned that they are seeing heightened rates of lung cancer, kidney disease, birth defects and other devastating illnesses around mountaintop removal sites. Opinion | Trump says he cares about people in coal country. So why halt a study on their health? 2017-09-10T04:00:00Z When Zika is present in a fetus, it kills brain cells and keeps others from dividing — resulting in devastating birth defects like underdevelopment of the brain and microcephaly, where the skull partially collapses. Scientists show positive results using the Zika virus to treat glioblastoma, deadly brain tumor 2017-09-06T04:00:00Z Soil there is contaminated with dioxins - toxic chemicals linked to birth defects and cancer. The Latest: AP EXCLUSIVE: Toxic waste sites flooded 2017-09-02T04:00:00Z Who cares if some babies in southern West Virginia are born with birth defects, or an unusual number of people develop cancer? West Virginia editorial roundup 2017-08-30T04:00:00Z We need to know if the mining is contributing to lung disease, birth defects and cardiovasular disease. Kentucky editorial roundup 2017-08-30T04:00:00Z A government report this year said women with suspected cases of Zika had a 5 percent rate of virus-spawned birth defects, while those with lab-confirmed cases showed a 10 percent defect rate. Zika virus reduced to few cases after scare in 2016 2017-08-20T04:00:00Z Try not to conceive a child around eclipse time, for fear of birth defects. Expect the apocalypse? Shower in your clothes? Real religious traditions for the solar eclipse. 2017-08-17T04:00:00Z Soil there is contaminated with dioxins - toxic chemicals linked to birth defects and cancer. The Latest: AP EXCLUSIVE: Toxic waste sites flooded 2017-09-02T04:00:00Z Those researchers found increased risks of birth defects, cancer, other illnesses and premature death among people living near mountaintop removal sites in Southern West Virginia and Eastern Kentucky. West Virginia editorial roundup 2017-08-30T04:00:00Z We can’t ignore earlier studies that have shown higher numbers of birth defects in communities near mountain strip mining and higher rates of kidney disease and lung cancer. Kentucky editorial roundup 2017-08-30T04:00:00Z Zika was a relatively obscure virus before it hopscotched to the Americas and burst into the headlines early last year, when scientists found an unprecedented link between an insect-borne disease and birth defects. Zika virus reduced to few cases after scare in 2016 2017-08-20T04:00:00Z California moved a step closer Friday to banning a widely used agricultural pesticide linked to birth defects, openly departing from the Trump administration’s decision to walk back an Obama-era effort to ban the chemical. More restrictions announced for toxic pesticide 2017-08-18T04:00:00Z The doctor told her to wait to see if its condition improved but a second scan revealed that the baby had amniotic band syndrome, which can cause a number of different birth defects. Chile abortion bill: 'My pregnancy was torture' - BBC News 2017-08-16T04:00:00Z Vitamin B3 prevented miscarriages and birth defects when tested on pregnant mice, the study found. Breakthrough study: Vitamin B3 may prevent miscarriages and birth defects 2017-08-10T04:00:00Z |
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