Online Resources
There are a number of online resources available for both healthcare professionals and patients.
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Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
A division of the Department of Health and Human Services, AHRQ supports research designed to improve the outcomes and quality of healthcare.
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
Scientific articles, practice management resources, news releases, and an online catalogue of publications.
Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM)
With information for both its 2,000 members and women who may need these physicians' services, the official website of the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (formerly the Society of Perinatal Obstetricians) contains research information on clinical trials and patient registries, a listing of fellowship programs, a physician directory for patients, and consumer-oriented information on maternal-fetal medicine practice and training.
American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM)
The website of this 7,000-member organization features midwifery education resources, press releases, information on products and services, and a consumer section that includes a midwife search directory.
Association of Women's Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)
From an online continuing education self-study series to data on nursing salaries and practice settings, the website of this nursing organization has a rich mix of material for its 22,000 members and other healthcare professionals. Those resources include a state-by-state summary of laws regarding breastfeeding in public places, a legislative agenda, information on folic acid, and news of state chapter meetings and other activities.
A comprehensive international resource center for professionals in Obstretrics and Gynecology, the medical industry, and the women they serve. ObGyn.net offers: up-to-the-minute reference information, an event calendar, clinical reference collections, powerful search tools, discussions forums, and the electronic journals. ObGyn.net provides a platform for interaction between women, healthcare providers, and the medical industry.
ObGyn.net Webinar: Preterm Birth and Fetal Fibronectin: Assessing Risk Along the Continuum
Drs. Ashley Roman and Andrei Rebarber present and share insights on the epidemiology and long-term consequences of preterm birth, identification of women at risk, and strategies to benefit them.
For women (and their families) experiencing complicated pregnancies, the Sidelines National Support Network site gives visitors access to an email support system, articles and letters, and contact information on local chapters.
Aims to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. The site provides information for physicians including perinatal statistics, continuing education, and patient education materials
Tommy's, The Baby Charity United Kingdom
Believes every baby deserves the best start in life. Tommy's funds research and provides information on the causes and prevention of miscarriage, premature birth and stillbirth.
Bonnie Babes Foundation Australia
Provides 24 hour, 7 day per week counseling lines and support for families who have experienced a stillbirth, miscarriage or premature birth.