🧵Yesterday, I received notice that my #NIH grant, on the social environment, lifecourse, epigenetics & #birthoutcomes in Black families, was terminated. This grant represented a critical effort to address the ⬆️ rates of maternal & infant mortality in the US, particularly among Black mothers & babies
March 22, 2025 at 7:11 PM
🧵Yesterday, I received notice that my #NIH grant, on the social environment, lifecourse, epigenetics & #birthoutcomes in Black families, was terminated. This grant represented a critical effort to address the ⬆️ rates of maternal & infant mortality in the US, particularly among Black mothers & babies
Our #NIHresearch aimed to uncover the complex interactions between social factors and biological processes that affect #birthoutcomes, with the goal of developing interventions to improve the health and well-being of Black mothers and their children. 🪡
March 22, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Our #NIHresearch aimed to uncover the complex interactions between social factors and biological processes that affect #birthoutcomes, with the goal of developing interventions to improve the health and well-being of Black mothers and their children. 🪡
@avitalnn.bsky.social and I have an offer from a publisher for our book about birth outcomes in the US and how we push back against a broken industry. Today we started planning some requested revisions/tweaks. It’s a really really good book y’all. Stay tuned. #maternalhealth #birthoutcomes
December 9, 2024 at 10:45 PM
@avitalnn.bsky.social and I have an offer from a publisher for our book about birth outcomes in the US and how we push back against a broken industry. Today we started planning some requested revisions/tweaks. It’s a really really good book y’all. Stay tuned. #maternalhealth #birthoutcomes
New research on metabolomic pathways supports the case to routinely screen for antenatal depression www.nationalelfservice.net?p=212889
#Depression #AntenatalDepression #PerinatalMentalHealth #Pregnancy #Screening #BirthOutcomes
#Depression #AntenatalDepression #PerinatalMentalHealth #Pregnancy #Screening #BirthOutcomes
New research on metabolomic pathways supports the case to routinely screen for antenatal depression - National Elf Service
Nora Rosenberg summarises the largest and most comprehensive study to date on metabolomic pathways to antenatal depression, birth outcomes and offspring development.
www.nationalelfservice.net
February 10, 2025 at 10:27 AM
New research on metabolomic pathways supports the case to routinely screen for antenatal depression www.nationalelfservice.net?p=212889
#Depression #AntenatalDepression #PerinatalMentalHealth #Pregnancy #Screening #BirthOutcomes
#Depression #AntenatalDepression #PerinatalMentalHealth #Pregnancy #Screening #BirthOutcomes
Please let me know if you’d like me to add you. #maternalhealth #birthoutcomes #togetherwemakeitbetter
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January 19, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Please let me know if you’d like me to add you. #maternalhealth #birthoutcomes #togetherwemakeitbetter
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#ReproductiveHealth #WomensHealth #Glyphosate #Pregnancy #BirthOutcomes #Herbicide #EndocrineDisruptingChemicals #Carcinogen
March 27, 2026 at 3:07 PM
November 17, 2024 at 5:43 PM
Thrilled that my JMP found a home in the Journal of International Economics (@jintlecon.bsky.social)!🎉
This paper examines how NAFTA-induced trade shocks affected U.S. infant 👶 health.
Full paper:🔗 authors.elsevier.com/a/1kktQ5330m...
#Economics #TradePolicy #HealthEconomics #NAFTA #BirthOutcomes
This paper examines how NAFTA-induced trade shocks affected U.S. infant 👶 health.
Full paper:🔗 authors.elsevier.com/a/1kktQ5330m...
#Economics #TradePolicy #HealthEconomics #NAFTA #BirthOutcomes
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March 12, 2025 at 4:56 AM
Thrilled that my JMP found a home in the Journal of International Economics (@jintlecon.bsky.social)!🎉
This paper examines how NAFTA-induced trade shocks affected U.S. infant 👶 health.
Full paper:🔗 authors.elsevier.com/a/1kktQ5330m...
#Economics #TradePolicy #HealthEconomics #NAFTA #BirthOutcomes
This paper examines how NAFTA-induced trade shocks affected U.S. infant 👶 health.
Full paper:🔗 authors.elsevier.com/a/1kktQ5330m...
#Economics #TradePolicy #HealthEconomics #NAFTA #BirthOutcomes
Our research on #extremeHeat and #birthOutcomes in #PopulationAndEnvironment is out #migrant #health #heatwaves #climatechange link.springer.com/journal/11111
Population and Environment
The sole social science journal focused on interdisciplinary research on social demographic aspects of environmental issues. The journal publishes ...
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February 24, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Our research on #extremeHeat and #birthOutcomes in #PopulationAndEnvironment is out #migrant #health #heatwaves #climatechange link.springer.com/journal/11111
This study looked at the effects of #doula presence on birth outcomes. "for every 100 patients who received doula care, there were 15 to 34 more vaginal births after cesarean".
#doulasactivists #vbac #birthoutcomes
www.ajog.org/article/S000...
#doulasactivists #vbac #birthoutcomes
www.ajog.org/article/S000...
Quantifying the association between doula care and maternal and neonatal outcomes
The United States suffers from an increasing rate of severe maternal morbidity, paired
with a wide disparity in maternal health by race. Doulas are posited to be a useful
resource to increase positive...
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March 29, 2025 at 2:40 PM
This study looked at the effects of #doula presence on birth outcomes. "for every 100 patients who received doula care, there were 15 to 34 more vaginal births after cesarean".
#doulasactivists #vbac #birthoutcomes
www.ajog.org/article/S000...
#doulasactivists #vbac #birthoutcomes
www.ajog.org/article/S000...
California is taking a bold step to combat birth deserts by advancing SB 1271, a bill aimed at enhancing midwifery training and accessibility in underserved areas.
Learn more here
#CA #CitizenPortal #RuralTraining #BirthOutcomes
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#CA #CitizenPortal #RuralTraining #BirthOutcomes
Committee advances bill to map midwife preceptor capacity to expand rural training pipeline
SB 1271 would require the Medical Board to collect data on licensed midwives’ availability to serve as preceptors and share results with the Department of Healthcare Access and Information to address rural 'birth deserts.' An aspiring midwife from Coachella Valley described the local access crisis; the committee passed the bill to health.
citizenportal.ai
June 17, 2026 at 3:15 PM
California is taking a bold step to combat birth deserts by advancing SB 1271, a bill aimed at enhancing midwifery training and accessibility in underserved areas.
Learn more here
#CA #CitizenPortal #RuralTraining #BirthOutcomes
Learn more here
#CA #CitizenPortal #RuralTraining #BirthOutcomes
Expand Medicaid Boost Healthcare Access for Parents
https://healthinsured.site/expand-medicaid-boost-healthcare-access-parents/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social
#medicaidexpansion #maternalhealth #birthoutcomes
https://healthinsured.site/expand-medicaid-boost-healthcare-access-parents/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social
#medicaidexpansion #maternalhealth #birthoutcomes
June 1, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Expand Medicaid Boost Healthcare Access for Parents
https://healthinsured.site/expand-medicaid-boost-healthcare-access-parents/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social
#medicaidexpansion #maternalhealth #birthoutcomes
https://healthinsured.site/expand-medicaid-boost-healthcare-access-parents/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social
#medicaidexpansion #maternalhealth #birthoutcomes
Miruna Dragulin reflects on the recent Wednesday night with PET event, which brought together a panel of experts to explore if assisted reproduction impacts the health of resulting children. Read in BioNews: www.progress.org.uk/what-is-the-...
#fertilityimpact #IVF #BirthOutcomes #fertility
#fertilityimpact #IVF #BirthOutcomes #fertility
May 11, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Miruna Dragulin reflects on the recent Wednesday night with PET event, which brought together a panel of experts to explore if assisted reproduction impacts the health of resulting children. Read in BioNews: www.progress.org.uk/what-is-the-...
#fertilityimpact #IVF #BirthOutcomes #fertility
#fertilityimpact #IVF #BirthOutcomes #fertility
Nebraska lawmakers are pushing for LB 701 to make doula support a right for all, ensuring every birthing person feels empowered and supported during childbirth.
Learn more here!
#NE #MaternalHealth #BirthOutcomes #CitizenPortal #HealthcareAccess
Learn more here!
#NE #MaternalHealth #BirthOutcomes #CitizenPortal #HealthcareAccess
Nebraska advocates push for LB 701 to expand access to doula support
Testimony emphasizes the need for doula support to improve birth outcomes in Nebraska.
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March 3, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Nebraska lawmakers are pushing for LB 701 to make doula support a right for all, ensuring every birthing person feels empowered and supported during childbirth.
Learn more here!
#NE #MaternalHealth #BirthOutcomes #CitizenPortal #HealthcareAccess
Learn more here!
#NE #MaternalHealth #BirthOutcomes #CitizenPortal #HealthcareAccess
“How women are doing during pregnancy affects them and the next generation.” - Dr. Catherine Monk’s @Monk_Lab at @nyphospital @ColumbiaMed on #stress in #pregnancy, baby sex and #birthoutcomes - #Pediatricians pay attention!
November 20, 2024 at 3:18 AM
“How women are doing during pregnancy affects them and the next generation.” - Dr. Catherine Monk’s @Monk_Lab at @nyphospital @ColumbiaMed on #stress in #pregnancy, baby sex and #birthoutcomes - #Pediatricians pay attention!
A new study finds that exposure to ##FineParticulateMatter (PM2.5) ##AirPollution during ##pregnancy is associated with altered ##ImmuneResponses that can lead to adverse ##BirthOutcomes.
Fine particulate air pollution may play a role in adverse birth outcomes – BioNews Central
A new study finds that exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution during pregnancy is associated with altered immune responses that can lead to adverse birth outcomes. ...
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December 1, 2024 at 6:50 PM
A new study finds that exposure to ##FineParticulateMatter (PM2.5) ##AirPollution during ##pregnancy is associated with altered ##ImmuneResponses that can lead to adverse ##BirthOutcomes.
COVID-19 restrictions linked to better birth timing but worse mental health 🍼📉🧠 www.news-medical.net/news/2025050... #COVID19 #lockdowns #birthoutcomes #pregnancy #health #maternalhealth #preterm #mentalhealth #depression #publichealth
COVID-19 restrictions linked to better birth timing but worse mental health
A global review reveals that while lockdowns helped reduce early births in some regions, they also worsened maternal mental health, highlighting the need for more tailored support during future health...
www.news-medical.net
May 2, 2025 at 2:08 AM
COVID-19 restrictions linked to better birth timing but worse mental health 🍼📉🧠 www.news-medical.net/news/2025050... #COVID19 #lockdowns #birthoutcomes #pregnancy #health #maternalhealth #preterm #mentalhealth #depression #publichealth
New review finds prenatal cannabis exposure linked to lower birth weight and potentially worse infant health at delivery. More research is needed as cannabis use rises. Use caution during pregnancy!
Read more: doi.org/10.1089/can....
#Cannabis #Pregnancy #BirthOutcomes #THC
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#Cannabis #Pregnancy #BirthOutcomes #THC
August 13, 2025 at 12:02 PM
New review finds prenatal cannabis exposure linked to lower birth weight and potentially worse infant health at delivery. More research is needed as cannabis use rises. Use caution during pregnancy!
Read more: doi.org/10.1089/can....
#Cannabis #Pregnancy #BirthOutcomes #THC
Read more: doi.org/10.1089/can....
#Cannabis #Pregnancy #BirthOutcomes #THC