Heather Burris

Nov 6, 2024 | nature.com | Heather Burris

In this issue of the Journal, we read with interest the comprehensive review of the epigenetics of the oxytocin receptor gene (OXTR) by Nance and colleagues.1 Oxytocin long has been understood to be involved in parturition and lactation through stimulation of uterine contractions2 and milk expression.3 Over the last few decades, rigorous studies have revealed its role in social behavior.4 Given the critical importance of social behavior in a host of developmental outcomes, including...

Feb 26, 2024 | jamanetwork.com | Heather Burris |Allan C. Just

Extreme Heat and Preterm Birth Risk—Methodologic Considerations and Policy Implications In this issue of JAMA Pediatrics, Ye et al1 report an analysis of more than 1 million births in the Greater Sydney region of New South Wales, Australia, revealing a significant association between extreme heat exposure in the third trimester and preterm birth (PTB).

Oct 10, 2023 | jamanetwork.com | Kristan Scott |Emily Gregory |Heather Burris

Family Leave and Maternal Mortality in the US—Reply In Reply In response to our recent Viewpoint,1 Dr Bhatia highlights the postpartum period as a critical time during which policy-level interventions may have a large effect on reducing US maternal mortality. Bhatia outlines clearly how paid maternity leave leads to better outcomes for birth parents.

Oct 10, 2023 | jamanetwork.com | Richa Bhatia |Kristan Scott |Emily Gregory |Heather Burris

Addressing Maternal Mortality in the US—A Pediatrics Responsibility Kristan Scott, MD; Emily F. Gregory, MD, MHS; Heather H. Burris, MD, MPH Family Leave and Maternal Mortality in the US—Reply Kristan Scott, MD; Emily F. Gregory, MD, MHS; Heather H. Burris, MD, MPH To the Editor A recent Viewpoint1 discussed the high maternal mortality rates in the US compared with other developed countries.

Oct 2, 2023 | jamanetwork.com | Heather Burris

Epidemiologic, Public Health, and Clinical Implications of Death Among Preterm Infants in the US National Trends in Preterm Infant Mortality in the United States by Race and Socioeconomic Status Tim Venkatesan, MA(Cantab), MB, BChir, DTM&H; Philippa Rees, BSc(Hons), MPhil, MBBCh; Julian Gardiner, MA, MSc, PhD; Cheryl Battersby, PhD, BMBS, BMedSci; Mitana Purkayastha, BDS, MPH, PhD; Chris Gale, MBBS, MSc, PhD; Alastair G.