Expanded newborn genetic testing urged

Article Abstract:

Recommendations by a task force commissioned by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) stated all states to screen newborns for 29 inherited genetic disorders that are detectable through blood analysis. Michael Watson, executive director of the American College of Medical Genetics explained that certain criteria were considered when choosing the conditions that should be included in the updated new born screening panel.

Diagnosis, Genetic aspects, Medical screening, Health screening, Genetic disorders

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Groups address reducing newborn deaths

Article Abstract:

Newborn deaths are attributed to severe infections, birth asphyxia and complications from preterm birth. Substantial reductions in newborn mortality can be achieved through simple and inexpensive measures with low-cost tools such as antibiotics for pneumonia, sterile blades to cut umbilical cords and by educating mothers to use techniques such as skin-to-skin contact to keep newborn babies warm.

Labor Distribution by Employer, Statistics, Infants, Infant mortality, Control, Mother and infant, Mother-infant relations

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Study finds newborn outcomes affected by blood glucose levels during pregnancy

Article Abstract:

Elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy that was previously considered normal and the effect of blood sugar levels in newborn infants is presented.

Risk factors, Pregnancy, Complications of, Pregnancy complications, Hyperglycemia

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