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How to help pregnant women and new mothers access free NHS prescriptions and support to buy healthy food and milk

Paul
Pregnant women could be missing out on help with the cost of NHS prescriptions and healthy food, milk and vitamins. Midwives and other maternity professionals can help provide support and point them in the right direction. The NHS Business Services Authority shares information about the maternity exemption certificate and NHS......
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Understanding the Healthy Start and Best Start Foods schemes

Debra
In recent months the Healthy start and Best start food schemes have moved to being digital. Many eligible families are not receiving the benefits. Dr Jenny Hall explains the scheme for midwives to share with those who need them. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Understanding the Healthy Start and Best Start Foods schemes In......
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