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- The National Health Service (NHS) reports a rise in serious perineal tears in England (2020–2025), from 25 to 29 per 1,000 births.
- Experts attribute rise to poor NHS care, understaffing, and older mothers.
- The Liberal Democrat health spokesperson criticizes Conservative neglect of maternity services.
- Orlando Health highlights a study urging preconception counseling for women over 35.
- King’s College London research links virtual antenatal care during the pandemic to adverse outcomes.
