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R Tucker

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Childbearing in space. A theoretical perspective.

Nursing care for the childbearing woman in microgravity will be the challenge of the future. The purpose of this theoretical article is to stimulate creative thought. Information garnered through years of research in obstetrics and, more recently, in space medicine is reviewed. Physiologic adaptations occur as a result of both pregnancy and space flight. The potential interplay of these changes is discussed, and questions are raised for further consideration.

Adaptation, Physiological↗

Health care provision at a Butlin's centre.

Although holidays are generally thought of as a time for relaxation and fun, accidents and illness occur more often than is maybe realised. A survey of the health care provision at a Butlin's centre revealed that while the centre was generally safe, there were some improvements that could be made to emergency services.

Accidents↗