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Michigan program launches to provide financial support to pregnant women and families in Flint

January 10, 2024

Michigan program launches to provide financial support to pregnant women and families in Flint

A program called Rx Kids has been launched in Flint, Michigan, with the goal of helping families and infants escape deep poverty. The program has no income restrictions.

Puerto Rico faces alarming surge in C-section births, with over 50% of babies delivered by surgery

January 10, 2024

Puerto Rico faces alarming surge in C-section births, with over 50% of babies delivered by surgery

Puerto Rico is experiencing a surge in cesarean deliveries, with more than 50% of babies now being delivered by surgery, compared to 32% on the U.S. mainland.

Meet the American who helped save millions of newborn babies, Dr. Virginia Apgar, physician and musician

January 5, 2024

Meet the American who helped save millions of newborn babies, Dr. Virginia Apgar, physician and musician

Dr. Virginia Apgar of New Jersey created the Apgar score, widely used worldwide to diagnose newborn babies. She's credited with helping to save the lives of millions of babies.

Flooding at Massachusetts hospital disrupts fertility treatment services for 200 patients

January 5, 2024

Flooding at Massachusetts hospital disrupts fertility treatment services for 200 patients

A burst water main at Boston's Brigham and Women’s Hospital on Christmas Eve has disrupted services for approximately 200 patients seeking fertility treatments.

Founder of Safe Haven Baby Boxes shares her story and hope for the future: 'A God-given purpose'

January 4, 2024

Founder of Safe Haven Baby Boxes shares her story and hope for the future: 'A God-given purpose'

Monica Kelsey discovered as an adult that she was abandoned as a newborn. She now operates an organization dedicated to saving babies just like her.

Arizona nonprofit provides safe place and support for homeless, pregnant moms: 'Owe my blessings to them'

December 31, 2023

Arizona nonprofit provides safe place and support for homeless, pregnant moms: 'Owe my blessings to them'

Maggie's Place, an Arizona nonprofit, is expanding to meet the increasing needs of homeless pregnant women in the state. The organization currently has five homes.

Google reveals the top 10 health searches of 2023 — and experts answer them

December 29, 2023

Google reveals the top 10 health searches of 2023 — and experts answer them

Google has released its annual Year in Search, which breaks down the top searches in 2023. Below are the top 10 health-related questions of this year, along with experts’ responses to each.

‘Miracle twins’ are born to Alabama woman with double uterus: ‘True medical surprise’

December 26, 2023

‘Miracle twins’ are born to Alabama woman with double uterus: ‘True medical surprise’

After making headlines for her “one in 50 million" pregnancy, Kelsey Hatcher, 32, gave birth to twin daughters. The University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital shared details of the delivery.

4 sisters give birth within 4 months of each other and now celebrate babies’ first holiday together

December 23, 2023

4 sisters give birth within 4 months of each other and now celebrate babies’ first holiday together

Four sisters who were all pregnant at the same time gave birth within months of each other and are celebrating their first holiday season with extra family members in tow.

Baby elephant, 218 pounds, is born at Walt Disney World: 'Adorable'

December 19, 2023

Baby elephant, 218 pounds, is born at Walt Disney World: 'Adorable'

New baby elephant Corra was recently born at Walt Disney World. The 218-pound baby was born to a mom who was also born at Walt Disney World, a first.