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Far fewer premature babies during COVID-19 – The Australian Financial Review
There is cautious excitement about a reported dramatic drop in the numbers of early preterm babies born during COVID-19 in Ireland and Denmark.
Their premature birth is usually driven by biological issues rather than early medical intervention.
While some have speculated that the pandemic would likely cause pregnant women more anxiety and stress, some say it likely causes less because of the advantages of being at home.
At home, women may get more rest, have more sleep and more family support. While they avoid the stress of commuting and of workplace dynamics, they may also reduce the risk of exposure to general bacterial and viral in…
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