Tag: Caesarean section
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Caesarean births overtake natural deliveries in England: what NHS data reveals
Overview: A pivotal shift in England’s maternity landscape New NHS data indicates a historic milestone: caesarean births have overtaken natural deliveries in England for the first time. Last year, about 45% of babies were born by caesarean section, while the remaining births occurred through natural or assisted vaginal deliveries. This development has sparked discussion across…
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NHS Data Reveals Caesarean Births Surpass Natural Deliveries in England for the First Time
Introduction: A Turning Point in English Childbirth New NHS data confirms a historic shift in English childbirth: caesarean sections are now more common than natural births. With about 45% of babies born via surgery last year, England has entered a new era in obstetric care. The figures have sparked debate among clinicians, policymakers, and expectant…
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Caesarean births overtake natural deliveries in England: NHS data sparks debate
England reaches a milestone in childbirth patterns England has reached a notable turning point in the way babies are born. New NHS data reveals that caesarean births have overtaken natural deliveries for the first time, with around 45% of births occurring by surgery last year. This shift raises questions about why more women are undergoing…
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Caesareans Become More Common Than Natural Births in England for the First Time
Background: A record shift in England’s birth landscape New figures released on Tuesday show a historic milestone: Caesarean sections have become the most common method of birth in England, surpassing natural vaginal deliveries for the first time. In the 2024-25 birth cohort, 45.1% of babies were delivered by C-section, signaling a notable shift in obstetric…