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Rising numbers of younger midwives quitting NHS in England, data shows

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The Guardian reports that midwives in England under thirty-five are leaving the NHS in growing numbers due to burnout. The trend is worsening staffing shortages that already plague maternity units and heightening concerns among officials about the safety and quality of care for mothers and babies.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jul/20/younger-m...

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