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Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is rare, but it does still happen. Find out what you can do to reduce the risk.
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Childhood cataracts - Diagnosis
Find out how childhood cataracts are diagnosed with the help of newborn screening, vision tests during early childhood and referral to an ophthalmologist (eye specialist).
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Laparoscopy (keyhole surgery)
Find out more about laparoscopy, a type of keyhole surgical procedure that uses small cuts to perform surgery inside the tummy and pelvis.
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How to book cervical screening
Find out what to do when you get a cervical screening invitation and how to book the test.
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Jaundice in babies
Find out about jaundice in newborn babies, including what can cause it, what symptoms to watch out for and how more serious cases are treated.
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Episiotomy and perineal tears
Find out about an episiotomy (a cut between the vagina and anus), including why it might be done during childbirth, how long it takes to heal, and how to prevent a perineal tear.
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Umbilical hernia
Find out more about umbilical hernias, including what the symptoms are, how they are treated and what can cause them.
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Where to give birth: the options
Find out about your options for where to give birth: at home, in hospital or at a midwife-led (midwifery) unit. Learn more about which pain relief methods will be available.
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Birthmarks
Find out about birthmarks, including information about 6 of the main types, when to see a GP, and whether or not treatment is needed.
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Amputation
Information about amputation, including why and how it's carried out, recovery and rehabilitation, prosthetics, stump care and possible complications.