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Perinatal depression and anxiety is costing Australia $877 million annually

Perinatal depression and anxiety can affect both mothers and fathers

Perinatal depression and anxiety can affect both mothers and fathers Source: Getty Images

Health experts and support groups are using the event to call for more awareness and education on the issue, which affects 100,000 Australian families each year. This week marks Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Awareness Week.


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By Abbie O'Brien

Presented by Claudette Centeno-Calixto

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Health experts and support groups are using the event to call for more awareness and education on the issue, which affects 100,000 Australian families each year. This week marks Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Awareness Week.



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