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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Karl Matchett

Women lose up to £14,000 in earnings after miscarriage or stillbirth

Women lose up to £14,000 in earnings and are less likely to secure employment after suffering a miscarriage or stillbirth, a shocking new study shows.

Data released by the Office for National Statistics shows women suffered lower average earnings for up to five years after losing a child during pregnancy or labour.

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