Pregnancy & Medicine Initiative

by Danielle Barron · 17 Jun 2016

Medication in pregnancy

A recent survey has found that a third of women across Europe have taken more than one medication during their pregnancy. In addition, the ‘Perceptions of Pregnancy’ survey initiated by…

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Pregnancy & Medicine Initiative

by Danielle Barron · 10 Jun 2016

Psychiatric medication in pregnancy: difficult decisions

“Nine months is a very long time if you are depressed or anxious.” To take medication or not to take medication; for some women with mood disorders, this can be…

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Pregnancy & Medicine Initiative

by Danielle Barron · 7 Jun 2016

Progesterone supplements do not reduce risk of miscarriage

The positive role of progesterone supplementation in preventing miscarriage has been disputed in a recent study by English researchers. Traditionally, supplementation of the hormone during early pregnancy was thought to…

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Pregnancy & Medicine Initiative

by Danielle Barron · 6 Jun 2016

Empowering women with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) to make pregnancy decisions

Becoming a mother can be a daunting prospect in the best of circumstances, but contemplating motherhood as an RA sufferer brings its own set of problems, with a multitude of…

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Maternal Health

by Helena Harnik · 2 Jun 2016

Research and Innovation for Maternal Health

On December 8, the Alliance for Maternal Health Equality had the pleasure of attending the Together for the Next Generation – Research and Innovation for Maternal and Newborn Health, organised…

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Maternal Health

by Helena Harnik · 2 Jun 2016

Delivering on Maternal Health: not just words but actions

We, at the Alliance for Maternal Health Equality, are often overwhelmed by the support and inspiration that our stakeholders are providing us with. Our MEP Champions are even more helpful…

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Access to Maternal Healthcare

by Danielle Barron · 2 Jun 2016

Stand up for mothers! The Alliance speaks up at the European Parliament

On 29 September 2015, the Alliance for Maternal Health Equality organized a discussion with policy makers and experts at the European Parliament, as part of the first Safe Motherhood Week…

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Access to Maternal Healthcare

by Danielle Barron · 27 Apr 2016

Universal Access to Maternal Health and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Europe

Some of the best discussions are often held around the dinner table. A combination of a convivial atmosphere and a good guest list can make all the difference. A working…

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Access to Maternal Healthcare

by Helena Harnik · 27 Apr 2016

Calling all MEPs: The wellbeing of mothers is essential for the wellbeing of Europe.

On 24 February, MEP Filiz Hyusmenova tabled a Declaration on universal access to maternal healthcare, with a particular focus on Europe where of the 5 million women who give birth…

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