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The Guardian
Minority women in UK less often get epidurals
Research in the UK reveals that women from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds are less likely to receive epidurals during childbirth, with disparities ranging from 8% to 24% compared to white women. The study, analyzing data from over 2.7 million births, highlights an "ethnicity pain gap" linked to systemic racism and racial stereotypes within healthcare. Experts call for better data collection and anti-racist reforms to address these inequalities in maternity care.
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