Women with Multiple Health Conditions Face Higher Miscarriage Risk
A study from King’s College London indicates that women with two or more pre-existing health conditions face significantly higher risks during pregnancy. Findings suggest increased probabilities of miscarriage, severe nausea, and mental health challenges.
Why it matters
The research highlights the need for integrated physical and mental healthcare for pregnant women with complex medical histories to improve maternal outcomes.
Women who begin pregnancy with two or more long-term physical or mental health conditions may face a 20% higher risk of miscarriage and a 69% higher risk of severe nausea and vomiting, according to a new study published in The Lancet Public Health .
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