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Edwina Dorney1, Kirsten Black2
1MBBS (Hons), BAPPSc MPH, Lecturer, Central Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney.
Background:
Preconception care (PCC) entails a comprehensive suite of interventions to improve the health of potential parents, their babies and future generations. PCC is not limited to a first pregnancy, and addressing health and wellbeing is equally important in the interconception period.
Objective:
The aims of this paper are to discuss the evidence for and components of PCC, as well as the role of the general practitioner in the delivery of PCC.
Discussion:
It is estimated that 90% of women and over 50% of men have preconception health issues to address. Although all people stand to benefit from PCC, certain population groups experience increased risk of adverse outcomes and require more targeted attention. Although most do not present for a dedicated PCC consultation, asking about pregnancy intention can start the conversation. Evidence shows that interventions delivered in primary care can improve preconception health knowledge and reduce preconception risk factors.
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