Vaping During Pregnancy Increases Neonatal Pulmonary Dysfunction Risk
Babies born to mothers who vape during pregnancy are at greater risk of developing pulmonary dysfunction, according to a murine study.
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Azithromycin Did Not Prevent Wheeze in Infants with RSV
Among infants hospitalized with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), there was no difference in the amount of wheezing in babies treated with azithromycin versus those who received a placebo.
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NFID: More Awareness of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Needed
The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases issued a report that addresses the impact of RSV and called for more awareness of respiratory syncytial virus.
COVID-19 Antibodies Passed from Vaccinated Pregnant Moms to Newborns
Women who receive COVID-19 mRNA vaccines during pregnancy pass high levels of antibodies to their babies, new research from NYU Langone shows.
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Physical Activity During Pregnancy Linked to Infant’s Lung Function
For the first time researchers have shown a link between lower lung function in babies born to physically inactive mothers compared to those born to active mothers.
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Enzyme Could Be Major Driver of Preeclampsia
An enzyme called protein phosphatase 2 (PP2A) appears to be a major driver of preeclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication characterized by the development of high blood pressure and excess protein in the urine.
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B&B Medical Launches Baby Tape Plus
B&B Medical Technologies’ Baby Tape Plus is a pre-cut endotracheal tube holder made from a non-irritating, latex free hydrocolloid adhesive that is skin friendly for infants.
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Pregnant Vapers More Likely to Have Low-birthweight Infants
Women who use electronic cigarettes during pregnancy are 33% more likely than those who don’t to give birth to low-birthweight infants, according to a new study published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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Clinical Trial of RSV Vaccine Underway
MV-012-968 is an intranasal live attenuated RSV vaccine candidate being developed as a needle-free, adjuvant-free vaccine to protect infants and at-risk, older adults.
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Pulse Oximetry Provides Higher Screening Sensitivity for CCHD in Newborns
Pulse oximetry-based critical congenital heart disease screening using Masimo SET had higher CCHD screening sensitivity than physical exam.
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Transport of Newborns on Inhaled Nitric Oxide: Logistics, Safety, New FDA Approval
The interhospital transport of infants with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) being administered inhaled nitric oxide therapy requires specialized, intensive care.
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Mothers Pass SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies to Newborns
Pregnant women infected with COVID-19 who were either asymptomatic or symptomatic passed SARS-CoV-2 antibodies to their newborns during pregnancy via the placenta.
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Cesarean Section-born Children May Face Higher Risk of Infection-related Hospitalization
Research suggests that compared to vaginally-born children, cesarean-born children may have a higher risk of infection-related hospitalization for up to five years of age.
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How Coronavirus Changed Life for Respiratory Therapists in the NICU/PICU
The COVID-19 pandemic has complicated some of the routine ways respiratory therapists are able to provide care to children in the NICU/PICU.
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One-time Preemie Now a Neonatal Physician Treating Infants with Ventilation
Thirty-three years after her early birth, a neonatal doctor in London is treating preemies with advanced ventilation technology.
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