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Multivitamins taken during pregnancy could reduce autism risk
A new study has found that women who take multivitamins and folic acid before and during pregnancy are significantly less likely to have a child who goes on to develop autism spectrum disorder.
BMA joins call for consultation on new prenatal screening
The British Medical Association (BMA) has agreed that the government should consult on the views of the public and medical profession on the new non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT).
GBS patient leaflet for all pregnant women
A new group B Strep (GBS) patient leaflet will be provided to all pregnant women as part of their routine antenatal care.
Raspberry leaves turning over a new leaf for pregnancy
London-based medical herbalist and 'living food educator' Patricia Ferguson discusses how raspberry leaves can help pregnancy.Slow progress in some areas says RCM on CQC Maternity survey
Today the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) has published a national survey of more than 17,600 women who gave birth in February last year. It shows that many had a good experience, but some women say the care they received fell short of expectations. ...