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Christine MacArthur is a Professor of Maternal & Child Epidemiology within the School of Applied Health Sciences. With an extensive research career spanning several decades (her research outputs date back to 1974), she has established herself as a leading expert in maternal and child health epidemiology, with 206 documented research outputs and 24 research projects (3 currently active through 2028).
Her research interests focus on critical issues in postpartum health, with particular expertise in urinary and fecal incontinence, obstetrics, perineal trauma, and postnatal mental health. Professor MacArthur employs rigorous methodologies including randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, and large-scale cohort studies to address pressing questions in women's health. Her work spans both clinical interventions and health services evaluation, demonstrating a commitment to translating research findings into improved healthcare practices.
Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on longitudinal aspects of postpartum health, with studies extending beyond the traditional 12-month postpartum period. Her research portfolio demonstrates consistent funding from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and other major funding bodies, with projects addressing preterm birth prevention, smoking cessation for pregnant women with mental illness, optimization of perineal trauma care, and breastfeeding support interventions.
- Actively supervising doctoral research on trials and quantitative studies of postpartum health issues
- Principal Investigator on the Longitudinal Study of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (2018-2020)
- Co-Investigator on multiple major NIHR-funded projects through 2028
- Research has been featured in high-impact journals including The Lancet Regional Health - Europe, BMJ Open, and European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Professor MacArthur's work bridges epidemiological research with clinical practice, contributing significantly to evidence-based improvements in maternity care services and postpartum health outcomes for women.
