All articles tagged with #childbirth complications
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Ashley's Reality Roundup
Erin Bates, star of 'Bringing Up Bates,' is in critical condition in ICU after suffering a severe seizure caused by septic shock following childbirth, highlighting ongoing health struggles and family concerns.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Mirror
Dr Jared Wilson's wife, Caitlyn, tragically died in his arms days after giving birth to their second baby boy. Caitlyn experienced childbirth complications, including uterine cord prolapse and aspiration of stomach fluids during general anesthesia. Despite initial signs of recovery, Caitlyn developed complications, including blood clots and septic shock. After cardiac arrest, Dr Wilson made the heartbreaking decision to turn off her life support. He expressed gratitude for the medical staff's efforts and credited his own medical training for helping him cope with the loss.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
Tori Bowie, a three-time Olympic medalist in track and field, died from childbirth complications at her Florida home last month. The autopsy report indicated that Bowie was eight months pregnant and alone at home, undergoing labor at the time of her death. Her unborn child did not survive. According to her agent, Bowie was not actively performing a home birth when her baby started to arrive. Bowie's death highlights the healthcare inequality and systemic barriers that Black women face, as they are three times more likely than White women to die from pregnancy-related causes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
Tori Bowie, an Olympic gold medalist in sprinting, died at age 32 due to complications from childbirth. The autopsy report cited possible complications from respiratory distress and eclampsia, which are disorders related to high blood pressure during pregnancy. Black Americans face an elevated risk of these conditions, contributing to a higher death rate before and after childbirth. Bowie's death highlights the risks faced by Black Americans and the challenges of becoming a mother for track athletes. Bowie's personal story was an inspiration, as she overcame obstacles beyond her control to become a world champion in track and field.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie died in May from complications of childbirth, including respiratory distress and eclampsia, according to an autopsy report. Preeclampsia, a condition that causes high blood pressure and protein in the urine, is a medical emergency that can lead to seizures or coma. Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy are on the rise in the US, with older and Black, American Indian, and Alaska Native women at higher risk. Bowie won three medals at the 2016 Olympic Games and was a three-time All-American at the University of Southern Mississippi.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
Olympic sprinter Tori Bowie died from complications of childbirth, according to an autopsy report. Bowie, who won three medals at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games, was found dead last month. The report from the medical examiner in Orlando, Florida, said Bowie was estimated to be eight months pregnant and showing signs of undergoing labor when she was discovered dead on May 2. Black women have the highest maternal mortality rate in the United States.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Olympic sprinter and three-time medalist Tori Bowie died from complications related to childbirth, an autopsy reportedly found. Bowie, who was 8 months pregnant, was undergoing labor at the time of her death in May. The manner of death was ruled natural, and possible complications Bowie had included respiratory distress and eclampsia, which is the onset of seizures or a coma related to preeclampsia, a high blood pressure disorder that can occur during pregnancy. Bowie's death was announced on May 3 by her management company and USA Track & Field.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Three-time Olympic medalist Tori Bowie died of childbirth complications, including respiratory distress and eclampsia, according to a report from the Orange County Medical Examiner Office. She was found dead last month at 32, while in labor. Bowie's agent confirmed the report and expressed hope that people would stop speculating about her death. Bowie won gold in the 4x100-meter relay, silver in the individual 100 meters, and bronze in the 200 at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games. Her death has prompted some to note the high rate of maternal mortality among Black women in the United States.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Independent
Former US Olympic sprinter Tori Bowie died at home from childbirth complications, according to an autopsy report. Bowie was around eight months pregnant and in active labour when she died. Medical officials said that the athlete suffered possible complications that included eclampsia and respiratory distress. Bowie’s death was through natural causes, according to the medical examiner. Bowie won a silver medal in the 100-metres and bronze in the 200-metres at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
Three-time Olympic medalist Tori Bowie died from complications related to childbirth, according to her agent. The 32-year-old athlete was around eight months pregnant when she died. A medical report revealed that Bowie likely suffered respiratory distress and eclampsia, a severe condition that occurs in the second half of pregnancy that causes the person to develop seizures. Bowie won three medals at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games and was a beloved member of the Team USA community.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
Three-time Olympic medalist Tori Bowie died from complications of childbirth at the age of 32, according to her agent, Kimberly Holland. Bowie won three medals at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games and was remembered by her agency and Team USA as a champion and great representative of the team. Her agent hopes that people will stop speculating about her death and offer apologies now that the truth has been revealed.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
Autopsy report reveals that U.S. Olympic sprinter Tori Bowie died from complications of childbirth. Bowie, a former 100-meter world champion and three-time Olympic medalist, was found dead in her Florida home on May 2. The autopsy report from the Orange County (Florida) Medical Examiner's Office estimated that Bowie was eight months pregnant and in active labor at the time of her death. Possible complications Bowie had included respiratory distress and eclampsia.