'The Good Birth Guide' (Channel 4, 7 to 8pm)
For the past year researchers from London's Imperial College and a company called Dr Foster's have been gathering data on Britain's maternity services. They have found huge regional variations in clinical procedures, potentially unsafe staff decisions in key areas and clear evidence that it's doctors, not mothers who are taking decisions. In particular, the research reveals a disturbing rise in the rates of Caesarian births.
15 July
'Water Story - Flow' (BBC Radio 4, 2.45 to 3pm)
This programme explores the importance of water to all life on Earth. It follows the Rio Grande as it flows from source to sea, connecting landscapes, people, languages and cultures.
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