Marijuana may be more widely available and accepted than ever, but pregnant women may want to think twice. A new report adds to the growing body of evidence that using marijuana during pregnancy could be harmful to children's health.The study, published in the journalJAMA Psychiatry, finds tha...
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Breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP) and P-glycoprotein (P-gp) are efflux transporters expressed at the apical membrane of the syncytiotrophoblast and are putatively important protective proteins for the fetus. To date, very little is known about the influence of cannabinoids on BCRP and P-...
The opinion of the court, which ruled 5-4 on the case, also decided that states may regulate abortions to protect the health of the mother and the life of the fetus affirming laws passed by the State of Pennsylvania in the late '80s and had the right to prohibit abortions of "viable"...
The opinion of the court, which ruled 5-4 on the case, also decided that states may regulate abortions to protect the health of the mother and the life of the fetus affirming laws passed by the State of Pennsylvania in the late '80s and had the right to prohibit abortions of "viable"...
The drugs can stimulate hair growth on the face and body, suppress or interfere with the menstrual cycle -- possibly leading to infertility; thicken the vocal cords, which causes the voice to deepen, possibly permanently; interfere with the developing fetus in pregnant women. Beta-2 Adrenergic ...
Respondents felt marijuana was useful for common ailments but were unsure of the consequences of use while pregnant. Clearly there is a need for continuing investigation into marijuana's effects in pregnancy and on fetal outcomes to provide accurate education to patients. (C) 2016 by The Ame...
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"Drug use during pregnancy is a serious issue that can have harmful maternal, fetal and neonatal effects," said AWHONN's CEO, Lynn Erdman, MN, RN, FAAN. "If we hope to reduce the risks associated with drug use during pregnancy, nurses must be knowledgeable on how to screen pregnantwomen...
During pregnancy, however, the evidence clearly points to negative effects, Haider said. 2 of 3 pregnant women who used pot live in states where medical marijuana is legal Marijuana use is legal for recreational use in 25 states and or medical purposes in 14 more. Two-thirds of thepregnant ...