Childbirth & Pregnancy
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Early miscarriage research centre
A major national clinical research centre dedicated to early miscarriage is to be opened in the UK, it was announced today. Read more
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World failing to tackle stillbirth – report
The world is failing to tackle stillbirth as effectively as it could, experts say today. Read more
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App will predict pre-term labour
Doctors in London have developed a smartphone app to help predict the risk of a pregnant woman going into premature labour. Read more
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Potatoes linked to pregnancy diabetes
High potato consumption before pregnancy may raise the risk of gestational diabetes, researchers warned today. Read more
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Oral antifungals may pose risk to foetus
There may be cause for concern over a link between oral antifungal drugs and the risk of miscarriage and stillbirth, new research suggests. Read more
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Alcohol guidelines cut limits for men, pregnant women
Tough new guidelines on alcohol consumption are launched across the UK today. Read more
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Women in labour "left alone," reports show
Growing numbers of women are being left alone during labour in UK hospitals, two British reports show today. Read more
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Controversy over home birth guidance
Pregnant women deemed at low risk should be allowed to choose home birth, according to official guidance published today – and disputed by obstetricians. Read more
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Mental health link to maternal death
Tackling mental health is the key to reducing deaths among new mothers, according to the findings of a major investigation published today. Read more
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Maternity care check-list unveiled
The use of clinical check-lists, pioneered for surgery, is to be extended to maternity care, the World Health Organisation has announced. Read more