Air pollution can lead to birth defects
According to the World Health Organization, nine out of 10 people worldwide breathe air containing a high level of pollutants, and one of every 9 global deaths can be attributed to exposure to air pollution, totalling over 7 million premature deaths a year.
May 30, 2019, 11:09 AM IST
Fever in early pregnancy may up birth defect risk
The findings showed that fever itself interferes with the development of the heart and jaw during the first three to eight weeks of pregnancy, causing deformities within the embryo.
Oct 12, 2017, 19:14 PM IST
Chemicals found in detergents, shampoos can cause birth defects: Study
The study found that the chemicals, known as quaternary ammonium compounds or “quats”, can lead to birth defects of the brain, spine or spinal cord.
Jun 17, 2017, 23:50 PM IST
Researchers identify gene linked to human cleft lip and palate
Researchers have identified a gene that may cause cleft lip and palate in humans.
Mar 23, 2017, 00:23 AM IST
Zika fears: Novak Djokovic still undecided on 2016 Rio Olympics participation
Brazil has been most affected by the mosquito-borne virus that has spread rapidly through Latin America and the Caribbean.
Jul 02, 2016, 17:51 PM IST
Brazil's Rousseff declares war on mosquito spreading Zika virus
President Dilma Rousseff said on Wednesday that Brazil must wage war against the Aedes aegypti mosquito that spreads the Zika virus linked to a surge in cases of a dangerous birth defect, focussing on eliminating the insect`s breeding grounds.
Jan 28, 2016, 05:53 AM IST
