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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Ella Pickover

Half of anxiety and depression cases in new and expectant mothers missed: report

PA Wire

Half of cases of anxiety and depression among new and expectant mothers are going undiagnosed, top midwives have warned, as they called for a boost in staff numbers to help spot more cases of mental ill health.

The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) said 10% to 20% of women develop a mental illness during pregnancy or within the first year after having a baby, which can include anxiety and depression and severe mental health issues.

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