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Written question asked by Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 22 November 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 24 November 2016. It was answered by Baroness Blackwood of North Oxford (Conservative) on Wednesday, 30 November 2016 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: Miscarriage

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what steps his Department is taking to address the incidence of post-traumatic stress syndrome among women who have had miscarriages.

Answer

Losing a pregnancy is a tragic event and clinical guidelines are clear that women should be offered sensitive, responsive care and the option of follow-up support that takes into account their mental health needs, including post-traumatic stress disorder.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
54241
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Post-traumatic stress disorder Miscarriage
Link
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