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  Is Medication Safety in Pregnancy a Myth? Key Takeaways: Over 90% of pregnant women take at least one prescription medication. Yet, many medications lack sufficient human data on pregnancy risks. Fears of birth defects often lead women to stop their treatment without consulting healthcare providers. Budget cuts threaten future research on medication safety. More studies and better data sharing could improve safety for both mothers and babies. Understanding Medication Safety in Pregnancy: A Growing Concern Pregnancy is a time of profound change, and for many women, managing health conditions with the right medications is crucial. In fact, studies show that more than 90% of pregnant women take at least one prescribed drug during their pregnancy. Yet, despite the widespread use of medications, there remains a surprising gap in our understanding of how these drugs affect unborn babies. Between 2010 and 2019, nearly 300 new drugs were approved, but a staggering 9...