What new research says about extreme heat exposure and health risks for pregnant women. (Getty Images) As many of us learned over this sweltering summer, extreme heat can pose serious health risks, ...

Doctors have long known that heat puts a strain on the heart, kidneys and other organs. Those risks are exacerbated for pregnant people, as the body's processes for staying cool are altered. It’s a ...

Extreme temperatures can be a major risk during pregnancy, triggering pre-term birth after just one or two days of exposure. Such is the warning from researchers and health experts alike, including in ...