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Many women still smoking and drinking in pregnancy

Less than a quarter of Irish mothers-to-be comply with major public health recommendations.

A New study has found that a large number of women in Ireland continue to smoke and drink alcohol while pregnant.

In addition, there is a much higher prevalence of alcohol consumption among Irish nationals compared with non-Irish mothers living in Ireland.

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Source: Michelle McDonagh, The Irish Times, 08/03/2011

Posted by Andy on 03/08 at 10:30 AM in
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