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• Air Pollution Exposure in the Womb May Increase Cerebral Palsy Risks, Study Warns

  July 11, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study links particulate matter exposure during pregnancy to an increased risk of cerebral palsy in children.

• Study Finds Preterm Cerebral Palsy Risk May Be Reduced With Magnesium Sulfate Use During Pregnancy

  July 2, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study suggests women taking magnesium sulfate during pregnancy can protect against cerebral palsy in preterm infants, and may also prevent the risk of infant brain bleeding events after birth.

• Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit Ends in $120M Verdict for Blind Teen Who Suffered Birth Trauma

  April 2, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  A birth injury trial has ended in a $120 million verdict for the family of a teen boy who suffered cerebral palsy and crippling injuries due to what plaintiffs said was a negligently delayed C-section procedure.

• Maternal Deaths in Hospitals Are Declining, But Severe Birth Complications Are on the Rise: Study

  June 27, 2023

  Stephanie Yanovich

  A federal study finds that while maternal death rates in U.S. hospitals are declining, many new mothers face severe complications and death after being discharged.

• Most OB/GYNs Face Malpractice Lawsuits During their Medical Career: Study

  May 17, 2023

  Stephanie Yanovich

  Ob/Gyns face a higher risk of medical malpractice lawsuits due to the nature of their profession, in which mistakes can lead to not only injuries for the woman, but birth injuries such as cerebral palsy.

• Zithromax May Save Mothers from Sepsis During Delivery, But Not Their Children: Study

  April 13, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study reveals that while Zithromax and similar antibiotics can reduce the risks of sepsis and death in expecting mothers, it does not appear to provide the same benefits to their newborn infants.

• Cerebral Palsy Risk Increases With Severity of Maternal Injury: Study

  November 30, 2022

  Russell Maas

  A new study finds that maternal injuries during pregnancy can significantly increase the unborn child's risk of cerebral palsy.

• Even Mild Preterm Brain Injuries Increase Risks of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Disorders: Study

  November 16, 2022

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links even mild brain injuries in preterm children to an increased risk of cerebral palsy and other developmental problems later in life.

• Quarter of Children with Cerebral Palsy May Have Genetic Conditions Underlying, According to New Study

  February 2, 2022

  Randy Dixon, Jr.

  A new study identifies a genetic component which could account for more than a quarter of cerebral palsy cases.

• Report Warns of Serious Infection Risks to Newborns Associated with “Alternative” Birthing Methods

  January 28, 2022

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that several alternative birthing methods, which are increasing in popularity, have few benefits and often put thenewborn at risk of infections, injury and death.