First Nations midwifery program in leads to healthier babies
A study published in The Lancet on June 27, 2026, found that Melbourne's First Nations midwifery program resulted in healthier babies. Researchers tracked 669 Indigenous babies born from 2017 to 2022 and noted significant reductions in pre-term births and low birth weights. The program, currently operating in three hospitals, aims for statewide implementation to improve Indigenous maternal health.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 21:01 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 21:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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