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Iodine deficiency during pregnancyIodine deficiency in pregnancy may affect children's mental development, says a new study.
Air travel and pregnancy paperThere is no significant risk associated air travel during pregnancy, according to experts.
Bed sharing 'raises SIDS risk'Sharing a bed with a newborn increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) fivefold, it is claimed.
Adult obesity 'decided in womb'Adult obesity, along with a range of other health problems, may be determined in the womb, says a report.
'Glaring health inequalities in UK''More children are dying in the UK than in other countries in northern and western Europe,' according to a report.
Report reveals lack of continence careNHS 'cannot afford to be without comprehensive innovative continence care services.'
Large scale postmortem study'Minimally invasive autopsy has accuracy similar to a conventional autopsy for fetuses and newborns.'
Euro visionStuart Bonar reminds members why it's important to lobby their MEPs on all matters affecting midwives.
Protecting our membersAmy Leversidge reminds us that the RCM's primary aim as a union is to protect its members and stand up for their rights.
Country news: ScotlandCountry news for Scotland Issue 3 2013.
Country news: WalesCountry news for Wales Issue 3 2013.
Independent midwives: message from the RCMEuropean legislation passed four years ago makes it illegal, from October, for any health professional to practise without indemnity or medical malpractice insurance.
In Focus: The consortium crumblesFollowing months of concern that NHS midwives in the South West may have their income cut thanks to regional pay, the 'cartel' behind the proposals has now disbanded.
Outstanding achievementPrestigious award for student
European visitRCM hosts ICM midwives
Research award to address MDGsPartnership to provide funding
Reach us 24/7Round-the-clock contact service
Pay Review Body recommendationsGovernment accepts 1% rise
RCM news and dates: JuneForthcoming dates for the diary.
Charity invites leadership scholarsApplications for the Florence Nightingale Foundation's 2013-14 leadership scholarships are now open.

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