Risk factors for toxemia
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Five percent of pregnant women develop toxemia, which is a disease that can seriously harm the mother and baby if left untreated. Women who are heavy and women who work are at greater risk of developing toxemia, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 1992
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What you can do about lead
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High amounts of exposure to lead can reduce a child's intelligence level. Parents need to be aware of potential sources of lead poisoning and protect their children from them. Day care facilities are supposed to be tested and eliminate lead dangers.
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 1993
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Is your child's hearing normal?
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Hearing loss in children should be detected and treated as early as possible. The risk factors for hearing loss include a family history of hearing loss, cases of yellow jaundice, and bacterial meningitis.
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 1992
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