Antenatal healthcare providers' knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding food insecurity in pregnancy: A qualitative investigation based at a specialist antenatal hospital in Melbourne, Australia.
Amanda DicksonFiona McKayJulia ZingaPaige F van der PligtPublished in: Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association (2023)
Current assessment and management of food insecurity during pregnancy in the antenatal setting is suboptimal. Professional development strategies targeted to AHPs are urgently needed to assist optimal care of women who are food insecure during pregnancy to assist with supporting best maternal and child health.
Keyphrases
- healthcare
- pregnant women
- pregnancy outcomes
- preterm birth
- palliative care
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- mental health
- cancer therapy
- type diabetes
- emergency department
- metabolic syndrome
- insulin resistance
- human health
- adipose tissue
- pain management
- physical activity
- skeletal muscle
- acute care
- social media
- health insurance