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Higher risk of breast cancer for women after childbirth, research finds
The increased risk for breast cancer after childbirth may last more than 20 years, researchers reveal.
UK bereavement care is inconsistent and under-resourced, report reveals
An audit of bereavement care provision in neonatal units across the UK reveals a wide variation in policies, procedures and resources.
Maternity services showing digital progress, says report
The majority of maternity providers in England are making a good start at using digital technology, the Maternity digital maturity assessment report by NHS Digital reveals.
Investigation into cows’ milk protein allergy and infant formula
An investigation suggests that cows’ milk protein allergy (CMPA) may be helping the formula industry to form relationships with healthcare professionals in the UK and around the world.
Caffeine in pregnancy linked to low birthweight
A link between caffeinated beverage consumption during pregnancy and low birthweight has been found by researchers at University College, Dublin.
Specialist paediatric care is essential in humanitarian settings
Trained non-medics such as specialist nurses are essential to provide quality paediatric critical care in humanitarian settings, says a paper in The Lancet.
Maternity care programme receives £1.7m funding
The Department of Health and Social Care is supporting and funding a new programme by the RCM and RCOG to improve the care of mothers and babies.
Research reveals estimate of UK children with FASD symptoms
Up to 17% of children in the UK could have symptoms consistent with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), claims research published today (30 November) in Preventive Medicine.
RCM releases continuity of carer statement and learning game
The RCM has published a revised position statement on midwifery continuity of carer and has released an interactive game to improve outcomes with the care model.