Study examines maternal care for Latin American immigrants
A Brazilian researcher in Portugal is studying the physical and mental healthcare of Latin American immigrant women after experiencing obstetric violence while using the National Health Service. The study grew out of first‑hand experience of shouting and mistreatment in care settings and aims to document impacts on maternal well‑being and access to services. Those relying on public healthcare should be aware the research may inform future policy and practice in maternal services.
Update: Research from psychologist's NHS experience
Público reports the researcher is a psychologist who says she experienced shouting by a doctor while using the SNS; the study will document how obstetric violence affects survivors' mental health and future access to maternal care.
