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    A student midwife with a history of anorexia faces suspension before final exams due to the post-Allitt inquiry. This situation highlights concerns about professional repercussions and mental health history impacting midwifery careers.

    Area of Science:

    • Midwifery Education
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    Background:

    • A student midwife with a history of anorexia nervosa (diagnosed in 1984) is facing suspension.
    • The suspension occurs shortly before the completion of her final examinations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the impact of the "post-Allitt witch-hunt" on the professional standing of student midwives with past mental health conditions.
    • To investigate the perceived fairness and proportionality of disciplinary actions in midwifery education.

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