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Research: Supporting midwives in asking women about domestic violence
What's happening in the world of midwifery research? A lead author summarises their work.
PhD research: Breastfeeding and opiate dependency
A lecturer at Edinburgh Napier University on her doctoral study.
Pain study tests morphine for effectiveness on premature babies
Administration of oral morphine (100μg/kg) to non-ventilated premature infants has the potential for harm without analgesic effectiveness, a study concludes.
Low omega-3 in pregnancy linked to preterm birth
According to new research, low concentrations of certain long chain fatty acids may be a strong risk factor for preterm birth.
Applications for WoW scholarships and fellowships now open
Wellbeing of Women (WoW) has announced it is accepting applications for its entry-level research scholarships, research training fellowships and new postdoctoral research fellowships.
Study suggests eczema develops in pregnancy
Researchers have found new evidence that atopic eczema develops before birth and is linked to a child’s growth in the womb and shortly after birth.
Government to invest £218m in health research
Health and social care secretary Jeremy Hunt has announced a £215m investment in NHS health research and £3m for a new research leader programme for midwives and nurses.
Which country tops smoking in pregnancy table?
The three countries with the highest estimated prevalence of smoking during pregnancy are Ireland (38·4%), Uruguay (29·7%), and Bulgaria (29·4%).
Smoking, obesity and PCOS risk
New research indicates women who smoke and are obese during pregnancy are more likely to have daughters who develop polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) later in life.