Thousands of women and babies at risk from OBGYN shortages: doctors

Staff shortages and hospital closures in rural Alberta are straining facilities and putting pregnant women at risk, as the pressure is felt in major centres. The Alberta Medical Association report highlights the impact of primary care shortages and hospital closures on pregnant women and those with gynecological emergencies, leading to missed prenatal milestones and increased risks for both mother and child. Medical comorbidities are exacerbating outcomes in pregnancies, with many patients unable to access necessary care before 30 weeks gestational age, emphasizing the need for early intervention by obstetricians or trained prenatal care providers.

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