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New Research On Drinking During Pregnancy
The new research published in the British Medical Journal, suggests evidence of harmful effects on light or occasional drinking during pregnancy, is very limited. Despite this, women are still advised to avoid all alcohol during pregnancy, as we are simply uncertain about the effect of even low levels of alcohol intake on unborn babies. Read more
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Eating Fish in Pregnancy
The American FDA has advised women to have 2 to 3 servings of fish per week. Most fish are safe, however because of high mercury levels, some fish should be avoided. These include King Mackerel, Marlin, Orange Roughy, Shark, Sword Fish, Tilefish, Tuna and Bigeye. Read more
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Medication to reduce the risk of haemorrhage
A recent study of 20,000 women from 31 countries has shown deaths have been reduced by 30% following the use of a drug called Tranexamic acid if given within 3 hours of delivery. This is easily available and inexpensive medication and is just another step towards making childbirth safer for all women. Read more
Under these guidelines commercial surrogacy remains prohibited. As far as sex selection for non-medical purposes goes, this is the province of State and Territory governments which are responsible for regulating the clinical practice of ART. This is a complex area and much discussion is taking place internationally. Further legislative progress in this area is hoped […] Read more
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Delaying the National Cervical Screening Program
The National Screening Register was planned to be active on 23 February 2017. Due to administrative concerns, there has been further delay in the renewed National Cervical Screening Program until 1 December 2017. In the meantime the Health Department has advised us that we should continue with our current National Screening Program. This is pap […] Read more