Flu, fever during pregnancy raise autism risk

A mother who experiences influenza or prolonged fever while pregnant may increase the risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in her child, according to a new preliminary study that explored a possible link between maternal immune response and fetal neural deficiencies. » More

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Adolescents benefit from gastric bypass surgery

A new study has found that teenagers who are severely obese can benefit from gastric bypass surgery as much as adults. The weight loss reduced inflammatory markers and other cardiovascular risk factors and dramatically improved quality of life. » More

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Peanut allergies likely in higher-income families

Children from higher-income families are more likely to have peanut allergies than children from families living closer to the poverty threshold, according to a study that compared socioeconomic level to peanut sensitization. » More

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