Project team: Angela Harden (Principal Investigator) (UEL/NUHT), Bethan Hatherall, Adrian Renton, Ge Yu (UEL), Joanne Morris, Shanti Vijayaraghavan, Sheila Adam, Inderjeet Kaur, Rosemary Heed (NUHT), Rachel Flowers (NHS Newham), Meg Wiggens, Vicki Strange (IoE)
Start date: 1st June 2010
End date: 31st May 2011
Project funder: NIHR
Project partner(s): Newham University Hospital Trust and the Institute of Education
Background
This is a one year study to investigate how to improve services for pregnant women and families living in the East London borough of Newham. National and international health care guidance recommends that women receive check-ups as early as possible in their pregnancy, ideally before 10 weeks. Previous research and data suggests that ensuring women receive these check-ups is not always straightforward or easy, particularly for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged women who may have complex medical and social needs. Studies suggest that women born outside the UK, young women under 18 and other groups such as homeless women, asylum seekers, and those experiencing domestic abuse are more likely to have fewer check-ups and have their first check-up late in pregnancy. The characteristics of services are also important too such as geographical location and staff attitudes.
Aims
Methods
For further information please contact: Angela Harden
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