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Forceps and vacuum in childbirth increases risk of physical trauma, Canadian study finds
Researchers found that the use of forceps and vacuum during childbirth was associated with a higher risk of physical trauma.
Legislation signed to streamline regulation of midwifery birthing centres in New York, US
Legislation to ensure the governing of licensing, establishment and operation of midwifery birth centres in New York are consistent with the Midwifery Practice Act has been signed by Governor Kathy Hochul.
1 in 3 of the UK nursing and midwifery workforce reported PTSD after COVID-19 first wave
A survey conducted in the UK has found that 1 in 3 nurses and midwives suffered post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following the first peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pregnant women will be prioritised for COVID-19 vaccinations, JCVI announces
Pregnant women are now being prioritised when they book their COVID-19 vaccinations, the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) have announced.
Record numbers accept their place on nursing and midwifery courses in England
The number of students accepting places on nursing and midwifery courses has hit record levels for the second time in a row in England, according to the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) data report.
Swedish midwives experience high work pace and emotional demands
A study from the University of Gothenburg has found that midwives in Sweden are experiencing stressful work places, high demands and low influence.
COVID-19 booster vaccine extension welcomed by maternity Royal Colleges
In the UK, COVID-19 booster vaccines will be available to all over 18s the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has announced, which has been welcomed by the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) and the Royal College of Obstetricians ...
Updated NICE guidance on miscarriage using progesterone to help prevent pregnancy loss
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published updated guidance on miscarriage, stating that women at a high risk of pregnancy loss should be offered the hormone drug progesterone.
Research suggests COVID-19 Delta variant increases risk of stillbirth or death in the US
Researchers in the United States (US) have found that pregnant women who contract the COVID-19 Delta variant have an increased chance of stillbirth or dying during childbirth.