preterm birth
In 'The Unexpected,' Emily Oster tackles the emotional toll of difficult pregnancies
The economist made a name for herself using data to challenge the accepted rules of pregnancy. Now, she's returning to the topic with a book on how to navigate its complications.
Scientists Search For Causes Of Preterm Birth And Better Ways To Test For Risk
Preterm birth, a leading cause of death in infants, remains stubbornly hard to prevent. Researchers are on the hunt for a better understanding of what causes it and better ways to diagnose risk.
For Babies, Preterm Birth Is Now The No. 1 Cause Of Death
For the first time, the single greatest threat to a newborn's life is not a specific disease. Rather, it's the fact of being born prematurely.