Katie’s Story
Katie, a mother of 3, (5, 3, and 2) developed high blood pressure with her third pregnancy around 26 weeks which then lead to her being diagnosed (during the covid [...]
MBRRACE-UK latest perinatal mortality surveillance report (for 2020) now available
MBRRACE-UK is a team of researchers, clinicians and representatives of parent groups and charities. Every year MBRRACE-UK collects and analyses data about baby deaths from UK hospitals and produce a [...]
New film launched on medicines safe for use in pregnancy
APEC has been working with The Concept Foundation and volunteers to help create this short film, highlighting the need for more clinical trials in pregnancy. Thank you to all the [...]
JCVI urge a focus on providing clear information on covid vaccine for pregnant women
Members of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) have suggested a focus on reaching pregnant women with information on vaccine safety, only about 15% in the UK have [...]
Updated statement from APEC Chair of Trustees Prof Andy Shennan OBE on antenatal care following COVID-19 pandemic
APEC are making the following statement regarding antenatal care and pre-eclampsia risk following the COVID19 pandemic. Pre-eclampsia • 1 in 30 women will develop pre-eclampsia during pregnancy, and this may [...]
Antenatal care and pre-eclampsia risk following the Covid-19 Pandemic: A statement from APEC
We understand many of you are very worried about pregnancy, pre-eclampsia and how the current situation may affect you or your family. Please read the statement Professor Andy Shennan APEC [...]
Latest RCOG Guidance for healthcare professionals on coronavirus (COVID-19) infection in pregnancy
The following advice is provided as a resource for UK Healthcare Professionals based on a combination of available evidence, good practice and expert advice. The priorities are (i) the [...]
Current Coronavirus / COVID-19 Advice and information from RCOG
Please read the information for pregnant women and their families from The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists on the coronavirus (COVID-19). Look out for: Read more on the [...]
