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#317 ‒ Reforming medicine: uncovering blind spots, challenging the norm, and embracing innovation | Marty Makary, M.D., M.P.H.

The Peter Attia Drive

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Rethinking Childbirth Practices

This chapter explores the evolving medical practices related to childbirth and postnatal care, focusing on the implications of outdated customs and the rising rates of C-sections. It critically examines the balance between necessary medical interventions and the influence of societal pressures on obstetric decisions. The discussion advocates for innovation and reform in maternal care to prioritize both mothers' and babies' health.

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