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A new global consensus provides 34 data-driven recommendations for managing pregnancy in women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), emphasizing that the best way to protect the baby is to keep the mother healthy. This guidance aims to reduce confusion and improve care for pregnant women with IBD worldwide by standardizing treatment approaches.
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A study finds that the 2009 expansion of the US maternal health workforce through the National Health Service Corps increased the likelihood of women giving birth in their local counties. This highlights how investing in healthcare providers in underserved areas is a direct strategy for improving access to safe, local maternity care.
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A review calls for urgent action on data transparency and trust in maternal healthcare, especially in the post-Dobbs legal landscape in the United States. Building reliable data systems is critical for tracking outcomes, addressing disparities, and ensuring ethical care for pregnant people.
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Research shows that daughters whose mothers were incarcerated have a significantly higher risk of becoming teenage mothers themselves, even after accounting for other hardships. This finding points to a need for targeted support to break this intergenerational cycle and improve health outcomes for young families.
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