Health conditions touching midwives

Health Conditions Impacting Midwifery Practice

Rachitis Returns: Scotland's Alarm

Rachitis, a disease once thought to belong to the past, is re-emerging in Scotland. Characterized by bone deformations in children due to Vitamin D deficiency, it's linked to malnutrition and poverty. What's behind this alarming comeback, and what can be done to prevent it?

#Scotland #healthcare #child diseases

AUG

Unexpected comeback of scarlet fever

Recent trends show an alarming resurgence of scarlet fever, primarily affecting young children and certain adult age groups.

AUG

Namibia's Bold Stride towards the Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B

Namibia is on the verge of a remarkable public health achievement. The nation is leading the charge in the fight against mother-to-child transmission of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B, setting an inspiring example for countries worldwide.

#maternal health #life matters #WHO #Namibia #Midwifery

APR

Recognizing Warning Signs of Streptococcus Infections

Spot a pre-cursing virus of Scarlet fever. Identify the seven key symptoms of Streptococcus infections and the importance of timely treatment for a swift recovery in children.

#child diseases #midwife-led care

MAR

Researchers Discover New Method to Stop Measles Virus

Swiss researchers have discovered the docking protein of a virus similar to the measles virus, which could lead to the development of a drug against the highly contagious disease.