Infection of the area around the umbilical cord stump is the main ... Others say a full bath is fine, as long as the cord is thoroughly dried afterwards. Since there are no scientific studies ...

The umbilical cord may become a crystal ball of sorts, helping doctors predict the future of children at risk for long-term ...

DNA changes in umbilical cord blood may help predict which children are at higher risk for future health issues like diabetes, liver disease, and stroke.