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Heat and Health: Managing Heat Exposure During Pregnancy


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In this episode of the SMFM podcast series, Dr. Janine Rhodes discusses the critical topic of managing pregnancy during extreme heat with guests Dr. Sarah Boudova and Dr. Romeo Galang. They delve into the physiological impacts of heat on pregnant individuals, potential adverse outcomes, and practical strategies for healthcare providers to support their patients. The conversation also covers the CDC's CHIL’D OUT Questionnaire, the importance of staying hydrated, and considerations for medication management in high temperatures. This episode is a must-listen for maternal-fetal medicine specialists looking to better support their patients during the summer months. 

The full transcript can be found here

Additional Resources:

  • CDC Guidance on Heat and Health
  • CHIL’D OUT Questionnaire
  • Five Steps to Prepare for Hot Days for Pregnant Women
  • Tool Kit for Pregnant Women
  • National Weather Service CDC Heat Risk Tool
  • Air Quality Index
  • How to use the HeatRisk Tool and Air Quality Index
  • Cooling Centers Information
  • CDC Heat and Medications

Articles:

  • Extreme heat exposure in pregnancy and risk for preterm birth, low birth weight and stillbirths
  • Analysis of Heat Exposure During Pregnancy and Severe Maternal Morbidity
  • Temperature and preeclampsia: Epidemiological evidence that perturbation in maternal heat homeostasis affects pregnancy outcome
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