Caitlin McGaw

You are invited to participate in a research study exploring midwives’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding climate change and environmentally friendly healthcare initiatives. A team of researchers from a university collaborative is conducting this study. Purpose of the study: Healthcare systems worldwide contribute significantly to carbon emissions and environmental degradation. Midwives play a critical role in

The respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine is now available for free under the National Immunisation Program to people who are 28 to 36 weeks pregnant. RSV is a common and potentially serious illness, especially for newborn babies. In 2024, more than 12,000 infants were hospitalised with severe RSV in Australia. Getting vaccinated during pregnancy is

New national guidelines for the treatment of early pregnancy loss, including miscarriage, recurrent miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy, have been published. The guidelines include an updated definition of recurrent miscarriage, which is now defined as two non-consecutive miscarriages. Read the article here

“May 5th is a time to recognise and celebrate the extraordinary work of midwives here in Australia and around the world. It’s a day to acknowledge the compassion, skill, and strength midwives bring to their work every day and the life changing impact this has on women, babies, families, and communities.The theme for this year’s

The Stillbirth CRE Indigenous Research Team have developed 2 surveys to share with you. Survey 1 is aimed at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women; Survey 2 is for Clinicians. Surveys take 10-15 minutes to complete, and responses are anonymous. Survey 1: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander womenThis survey is part of the evaluation of the

The “Transitioning to Midwifery Models of Care: Global Position Paper” is a comprehensive document produced by the World Health Organization (WHO).In the pursuit of providing high-quality health services to improve health and well-being for all in the context of Universal Health Coverage, transitioning to midwifery models of care represents a cost-effective strategy to optimize outcomes