The vaginal microbiome is an intricate and dynamic microecosystem that constantly
undergoes fluctuations during the female menstrual cycle and the woman's entire life. A …

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) enhances the acquisition and transmission of a range of sexually
transmitted infections including human immunodeficiency virus. This has made it more …

The neonate is exposed to the maternal vaginal microbiota during parturition, providing the
primary source for normal gut colonization, host immune maturation, and metabolism. These …

This book explains the growing field of syndemic theory and research, a framework for the
analysis and prevention of disease interactions that addresses underlying social and …

The vaginal microbiome is a dynamic, sensitive microenvironment. The hallmark of a
'healthy'vaginal microbiome is currently believed to be one dominated by Lactobacillus spp …

Preterm birth represents the most significant problem in maternal–child health in the United
States. It is the leading cause of infant mortality and morbidity; its prevalence is unacceptably …

The various microbiota normally associated with the human body have an important
influence on human development, physiology, immunity, and nutrition. This is certainly true …

The maternal microbiome is recognized as a key determinant of a range of important
maternal and child health outcomes, and together with perinatal factors influences the infant …

Prenatal maternal stress (PNMS) has been linked with adverse health outcomes in the
offspring through experimental studies using animal models and epidemiological studies of …

Abstract Compared with European Americans, African American infants experience
disproportionately high rates of low birth weight and preterm delivery and are more than …