A series of three circular images related to maternal health research. The first image (left) shows a doctor reviewing medical information on a tablet with a pregnant woman. The middle image shows an ultrasound scan on a handheld device. The third image (right) shows a couple smiling while holding their newborn baby. The images are surrounded by colorful, overlapping circles in green, orange, purple, and blue.

Expanding Horizons in Maternal Health Research

NICHD research explores innovative approaches to improving pregnancy-related health and promoting maternal health equity.

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Science Update: Low-diversity gut microbiome precedes life-threatening intestinal condition affecting preterm infants, NICHD-funded study suggests

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Science Update: Childhood adversity linked with higher risk of premature death by suicide and substance use in adulthood, NIH study suggests

Director's Corner: Enhancing Maternal and Women’s Health

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Strategic Plan 2025

NICHD has begun the process to update its strategic plan for 2025 through 2029. Learn more.

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NIH Virtual Tour

Explore the Bethesda campus, including the NICHD Zebrafish Research Section (Building 6), and learn more about how NIH works to turn discovery into health.

COVID-19 Research and NICHD

NICHD provides highlights of some of our COVID-19 research activities to understand the effects of the virus among the populations central to our mission.

Director's Corner

Diana W. Bianchi, M.D.
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November 4, 2024

Enhancing Maternal and Women’s Health

Understanding and addressing a wide range of women’s gynecological and reproductive health issues are priorities for NICHD. Through research, the institute seeks to support and optimize the health of women throughout their lives.

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