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28 July 2026

Epidurals not linked to increased harm for newborns or children

Study provides strong evidence that epidural analgesia in labour is safe for newborns, say researchers Having an epidural during labour...

21 July 2026

One-size-fits-all fetal growth charts often fail to spot at-risk babies

Customised charts could help improve maternity safety, say researchers One-size-fits-all fetal growth charts used in the NHS to monitor babies'...

25 June 2026

Bending forwards and walking a lot at work may raise miscarriage risk in early pregnancy

Each additional hour of bending forwards linked to 36% heightened risk Bending forwards, and to a lesser extent, walking a...

19 May 2026

Sedatives in pregnancy not linked to psychiatric disorders in children

Findings offer reassurance to clinicians and pregnant women, say researchers A large South Korean study published by The BMJ recently...

30 September 2025

Women who miss their first mammogram have an increased risk of dying from breast cancer

Women who miss their first mammogram run a higher risk of being diagnosed with advanced breast cancer and dying from...

20 February 2025

Position menstrual cups carefully to avoid possible kidney problems, doctors urge

Warning comes after lopsided placement blocked urine flow into the bladder A poorly positioned menstrual cup to capture monthly blood...

16 January 2025

Concerns over maternity provision for pregnant women in UK prisons

Gaps in maternal health in prisons are due to barriers to healthcare provision, say experts Senior midwives and researchers with...

28 November 2024

Certain HRT tablets linked to increased heart disease and blood clot risk

Different hormone combinations and delivery methods have varying effects on heart health, say researchers Certain hormone replacement therapy (HRT) tablets...

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Epidurals not linked to increased harm for newborns or children

One-size-fits-all fetal growth charts often fail to spot at-risk babies

Bending forwards and walking a lot at work may raise miscarriage risk in early pregnancy

Sedatives in pregnancy not linked to psychiatric disorders in children

Women who miss their first mammogram have an increased risk of dying from breast cancer

Position menstrual cups carefully to avoid possible kidney problems, doctors urge

Concerns over maternity provision for pregnant women in UK prisons

Certain HRT tablets linked to increased heart disease and blood clot risk

Gynaecological surgical team hits 100th robotic hysterectomy milestone

Every baby in England to get life-saving genetic test from birth

‘National Pregnancy in Diabetes’ analysis reports promising outcomes for CamAPS FX in pregnancy care

Founder of Black Baby Loss Awareness receives Honorary Master of Science from UWL

Epidurals not linked to increased harm for newborns or children

Consultant in Focus Q&A with Dr Anita Moon-Grady

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Epidurals not linked to increased harm for newborns or children

One-size-fits-all fetal growth charts often fail to spot at-risk babies

Bending forwards and walking a lot at work may raise miscarriage risk in early pregnancy

Sedatives in pregnancy not linked to psychiatric disorders in children

Women who miss their first mammogram have an increased risk of dying from breast cancer

Position menstrual cups carefully to avoid possible kidney problems, doctors urge

Concerns over maternity provision for pregnant women in UK prisons

Certain HRT tablets linked to increased heart disease and blood clot risk

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Gynaecological surgical team hits 100th robotic hysterectomy milestone

Every baby in England to get life-saving genetic test from birth

‘National Pregnancy in Diabetes’ analysis reports promising outcomes for CamAPS FX in pregnancy care

Founder of Black Baby Loss Awareness receives Honorary Master of Science from UWL

Epidurals not linked to increased harm for newborns or children

Consultant in Focus Q&A with Dr Anita Moon-Grady

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