Stay informed with the latest developments in maternal and child health across Northern Ontario through our news section. We provide updates on policy changes, research publications, and action plans, such as the recent expansion of the Northern Health Travel Grant and strategies for sustaining rural birthing services
Maternal
November 28, 2024
BORN Ontario is pleased to share a new publication outlining the number and causes of maternal* mortality associated with hospital births in Ontario over a 20-year period.
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Maternal
November 28, 2024
Northern Policy Institute’s latest publication presents a plan to address the decline of rural labour and delivery services and support the sustainability of the few programs that remain operational.
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NMCN and Industry Updates
Maternal
November 4, 2024
The Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) quality standard (originally published in 2018) has been updated to align with the most recent clinical evidence, which suggests that VBAC is safe for most eligible pregnant people.
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NMCN and Industry Updates
October 28, 2024
The Ontario Government is offering new supports for grieving families of stillborn children, including a new commemorative document of stillbirth, and by eliminating administrative fees for certified copies of stillbirth registrations.
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Events, Courses and Webinars
October 9, 2024
NOSM University and the Lakehead Obstetrics and Gynecology Local Education Group are hosting the 9th annual Northern Ontario Women's Health Conference on November 22, 2024, in Thunder Bay, ON.
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Maternal
Newborn
August 29, 2024
The Ministry of Health is launching the Infantand High-risk Children RSV Prevention Program for the 2024-25 season.
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COMING SOON!
The NMCN is excited to introduce comprehensive educational modules designed to enhance learning and skill proficiency. Hosted on our dedicated Learning Management System, these offerings will support professional development and promote standardized competencies in obstetrical, neonatal, and pediatric care.
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