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Podcast: Climate conference, COVID and pregnancy, and inspiring careers
In this edition: The latest climate science ahead of COP28, how COVID impacts pregnancy, and founding a MedTech startup.
Stories tagged with 'pregnancy'
Breast cancer risks
Research sheds light on how breast cancer might develop after pregnancy
A study observing changes in healthy breast cells may explain why breast cancer might develop after pregnancy.
Cardiovascular risk
Reproductive factors in women contribute to risk of cardiovascular disease
An earlier first birth, a higher number of live births, and starting periods at a younger age may be linked to higher risk of cardiovascular problems.
News in brief
Cyclones health impact and squeezing cells: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Miscarriage link
Miscarriage may be linked to changes in vaginal bacteria
A new study finds that changes to a mother’s vaginal microbiome may be associated with pregnancy loss.
COVID-19 AND PREGNANCY
Q&A: COVID-19 vaccines in pregnancy
How safe are COVID-19 vaccines in pregnancy, and why is it important to include pregnant women in clinical trials?
FORMULA TRIAL ISSUES
Formula milk trials are not reliable, warn researchers
Researchers find trials lack scientific rigour and say change needed to protect trial participants and protect consumers from misleading information.
RAPID DETECTION
New test rapidly detects bacteria associated with greater risk of preterm birth
A study has found that a new device can rapidly and accurately detect changes in vaginal bacteria and corresponding immune responses in pregnant women
Agilent podcast
Podcast explores new frontiers in analytical science
A new podcast from Agilent and Imperial features analytical scientists who are working on a variety of real-world questions and challenges.
fertility hope
New drug can improve fertility in women with reproductive health problems
A drug that acts via the natural ‘kisspeptin’ hormone system in the body has the potential to treat reproductive health problems in women.
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