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RCM welcomes NHS investment which will enable women to access their maternity records online
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RCM welcomes NHS investment which will enable women to access their maternity records online

on 17 June 2021 The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has welcomed an announcement by NHS England that will see £52 million invested to speed up the delivery of online maternity records. The announcement was made today by the Chief Nursing Officer for England, ...
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Effective and inclusive leadership a key factor in improving safety, says RCM
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Effective and inclusive leadership a key factor in improving safety, says RCM

on 11 June 2021 Effective and inclusive leadership is a key factor in improving safety in maternity services. That’s the message from the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) as it launches the second instalment in its new Solution Series. The interim Ockenden ...
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Imprisonment should not compromise maternity care for women says RCM  
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Imprisonment should not compromise maternity care for women says RCM

By Imprisonment should not compromise maternity care for women says RCM   on 05 March 2020 UK prisons must ensure women who are pregnant and imprisoned are receiving high quality safe care throughout pregnancy, birth and postnatally. That’s the message from the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) as it addresses the TUC’s Women’s Conference ...
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Half of maternity units understaffed says new survey

By Half of maternity units understaffed says new survey on 03 March 2020 The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) is calling for more investment in midwives and maternity services as a new RCM survey of senior midwives shows half of maternity units are understaffed. Gill Walton, Chief Executive of the RCM, said: “Despite ...
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‘RCM comments on new CMO’s guideline for physical activity during pregnancy’

By RCM comments on new CMO’s guideline for physical activity during pregnancy’ on 29 August 2019 The guidance advises on safe levels of activity for pregnant women and new mothers, and the many benefits that this can bring. The updated guidance also encourages women to speak to their midwife or a healthcare professional when it comes to ...
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