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Disproportionate levels of bullying and racism in obstetrics and gynaecology

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Disproportionate levels of bullying and racism in obstetrics and gynaecology
Young medics working in obstetrics and gynaecology are more likely to experience bullying and racism, and less likely to receive support than colleagues in other specialisms new data reveals. Reporting on comments made by Charlie Massey, Chief Executive of the GMC at the recent NHS Confederation conference, the Daily Telegraph......
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Midwifery Sector News

“What is it about our obstetric units that is so bad for women?”

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NHS England describes Evidence Based Practice as meaning that every time a health professional makes a treatment decision, that decision is based on the best available evidence as well as their clinical expertise and the patient’s preferences. As common sense as that might sound, midwives know better than many health......
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Midwifery Sector News

International Maternity Expo awards shortlist announced

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The first round of judging is over and the shortlist for the first ever International Maternity Expo awards is revealed. Take a look at who has made the cut!       Over the last 12 months the team behind the International Maternity Expo have been scouring the globe in......
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Midwifery Sector News

The Politics of Midwifery

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Dr Helen Shallow presents on the politics of midwifery.  A timely reminder of the struggles midwives have had to introduce  entitlements and choices for mothers, now commonplace, like birthing balls or waterbirth pools.  It is hard to imagine that these were contested and resisted. A look around the world at......
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Videos

The Future Midwife: How you can contribute to the consultation on the new NMC standard

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Professor Mary Renfrew FRSE Professor of Mother and Infant Health, University of Dundee gives a keynote presentation discussing “The Future Midwife: how you can contribute to the consultation on the new NMC standard” at the London Maternity & Midwifery Festival 2019. Our Maternity & Midwifery Festivals are free to attend,......
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Will she deliver preterm? Using Fetal Fibronectin to help you make clinical decisions

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Sponsored by Hologic Ltd. Naomi Carlisle, Senior Research Midwife, King’s College London gives a presentation discussing “Will she deliver preterm? Using Fetal Fibronectin to help you make clinical decisions” at the Scotland Maternity & Midwifery Festival 2018. Our Maternity & Midwifery Festivals are free to attend, regional professional development forums......
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Our Midwifery Videos on YouTube

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Welcome to Maternity & Midwifery Forum. Our Midwifery Videos feature the latest practice and policy insight for midwives and maternity healthcare professionals, expert analysis, innovative opinions, practical solutions We host Maternity & Midwifery festivals in cities around the UK every year filming presentations by some of the most prominent thought......
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Highlights from the Wales & South West Maternity & Midwifery Festival 2018

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Highlights from the Wales & South West Maternity & Midwifery Festival 2018. Our Maternity & Midwifery Festivals are free to attend, regional professional development forums for healthcare practitioners wishing to update their skills and knowledge around key issues and keep on top of revalidation requirements. See and hear latest best......
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Improving dietary intake through knowledge and behaviour change

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Aliya Porter, Nutritionist gives a presentation that discusses improving dietary intake through knowledge and behaviour change at the Northern Maternity & Midwifery Festival 2018. Our Maternity & Midwifery Festivals are free to attend, regional professional development forums for healthcare practitioners wishing to update their skills and knowledge around key issues......
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