Iodine supplementation in pregnancy

The benefits for pregnant and lactating women in Australia and New Zealand

A health education campaign is needed in Australia and New Zealand to encourage all pregnant women, those contemplating a pregnancy, and breastfeeding mothers to take iodine supplements to increase iodine intake by 100 to 200ug per day. Requesting the manufacturers of prenatal and lactation vitamin and mineral supplements to include appropriate quantities of iodine in their preparations will assist in achieving the desired outcome of preventing the adverse effects of iodine deficiency on the fetus and developing infant.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 21 June 2011 08:58

Magnesium sulphate in women at risk of preterm birth for neuroprotection of the fetus

Cerebral palsy and preterm birth

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders characterised by motor and/or postural dysfunction of a non-progressive nature commonly associated with cognitive impairment. 

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RANZCOG Application Aide - TGA Authorised Prescriber status for Mifepristone & Misoprostol

For those seeking to become an authorised prescriber for Mifepristone and Misoprostol, an application aide has been developed to assist with the TGA Application procedure. If you would like an aide emailed to you, please contact the College on (03) 9412 2939.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 21 June 2011 08:53