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The Impact of Maternal HIV Exposure on Infant Health

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In recent years, significant strides have been made in the fight against HIV/AIDS, particularly in the realm of preventing mother-to-child transmission. However, the journey doesn't end with the successful prevention of HIV transmission from mother to child. A new frontier of research is emerging, focusing on understanding the impacts of maternal HIV exposure on infant health in early life . A recent study sheds light on this critical area, revealing intriguing findings about the biological pathways that shape infant outcomes. (Image Source: Maternal Adolescent Reproductive & Child Health ) The study delves into five key findings, each offering valuable insights into the complex interplay between maternal HIV exposure, inflammation, immune development, and infant mortality.  Maternal Inflammation and Infant Mortality:  The research highlights a strong association between systemic inflammation among women with HIV during pregnancy and infant mortality. This suggests that in...