Unique Ohio State-led support program shows reduction in adverse pregnancy outcomes
New research suggests a unique program called Moms2B at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center shows a reduction in adverse pregnancy outcomes in communities disproportionately affected by these public health issues.
The study, led by researchers Courtney Lynch and Erinn Hade and published in the
Journal of Maternal and Child Health, indicates that women who attended at least two Moms2B sessions may have lower rates of preterm birth, low birth weight and infant mortality compared to women who only received individual care.
When we started the program 10 years ago, the infant mortality rate was as high as 19 per 1,000 births in some of these neighborhoods. Now it s down to 10 per 1,000. This kind of success has never happened before and wouldn t be possible without our community collaborations.
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COLUMBUS Youths with mood disorders who use and abuse cannabis (marijuana) have a higher risk for self-harm, death by all causes and death by unintentional overdose and homicide, according to research led by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Study findings are published in
JAMA Pediatrics.
“Marijuana use and addiction is common among youth and young adults with mood disorders, but the association of this behavior with self-harm, suicide, and overall mortality risk is poorly understood in this already vulnerable population,” said lead author Cynthia Fontanella, an associate professor in the department of psychiatry and behavioral health at Ohio State. “These findings should be considered as states contemplate legalizing medical and recreational marijuana, both of which are associated with increased cannabis use disorder.”
Instead of waiting to fight illnesses after getting sick, Pam Maltinsky tries to head them off before she catches them.
Maltinsky, 70, of the University District, takes supplements to boost her immune system. It's a method Maltinsky swears by and one she said has become even more important as the coronavirus pandemic rages on.
Maltinsky takes a variety of supplements, including an elderberry syrup. Research has shown that elderberry may help decrease inflammation and can help ease cold symptoms.
"I've always leaned toward holistic medicine," Maltinsky said. "I started reading about it and decided there's nothing much in there that could hurt me."
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Russells Point
Clarence Michael “Mike” Savage, 69, of Russells Point, passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 13, 2021, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, due to complications of Covid-19.
A celebration of life dinner is being planned for a warmer day in the spring or summer, when family and friends can gather outside to share stories of Mike.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852.
The staff of Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home, Belle Center, is honored to serve the Savage family and would encourage you to share a memory or condolence with the family at www.edsfh.com.