Norman Lamb: Number of caesareans deeply worrying
October 30, 2009
Commenting on figures showing that one in four babies in England is delivered by caesarean section, Liberal Democrat Shadow Health Secretary, Norman Lamb said:
“The staggeringly high number of caesarean sections being performed in this country is a serious cause for concern.
“The fact that the rate is nearly double that recommended by the World Health Organisation is deeply worrying, especially given the concerns about the increased risks of the procedure.
“We urgently need to increase the number of midwives in this country so that mothers are given all the advice and support they need during and after pregnancy.”
Entry Filed under: England, Maternity Services, Northern Ireland, Pregnancy and birth, Scotland, Wales. Tags: caesarean rate, World Health Organisation.
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