Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists | RCOG

As an RCOG Associate, you can utilise our comprehensive library services and receive the latest updates in clinical guidance. These resources are indispensable for providing the best care to women and girls. Join global our community here: https://brnw.ch/21wUC68

Miss Jo Morrison shares her editorial reflections on the July issue, exploring the themes that matter to clinical practice and highlighting articles designed to inform and support your work. Read the editorial: https://brnw.ch/21wUBsL

In July, the RCOG continued to play an important role in influencing positive change within the UK governments to improve the health of women and girls. We regularly work with Parliamentarians, civil servants and policy makers, NHS leaders and partner organisations to promote the College’s aims and ambitions. Some key activity this month: • Assessed the implications of the 10 Year Health Plan for England for our members and the women and girls they support, welcoming the Plan’s inclusion of a women’s health hub as an example of a neighbourhood health centre. • Published our evaluation of the progress of the Women’s Health Strategy for England, three years after its launch, urging the UK Government to refresh the Strategy to ensure further action against its ambitions and better align with the wider health reform agenda outlined in the 10 Year Health Plan. • Continued to promote the ACCESS UK Group joint letter to Ministers calling on the UK government to advance cervical cancer elimination efforts. • Gave oral evidence to the Health and Social Care Select Committee on Black maternal health. • Attended All-Party Parliamentary Group meetings on maternity workforce, research about global attacks on reproductive health, and baby loss. Learn more about our advocacy and influencing work here: https://brnw.ch/21wUAL7

Designed for those practising obstetric medicine and high-risk obstetrics, this online event offers essential updates from leading experts. Enhance your knowledge, share experiences and strengthen your clinical approach to managing medical complications in pregnancy. Register today: https://brnw.ch/21wUAn1

We have published the second edition of our Scientific Impact Paper on cervical cancer prevention in the UK. This paper discusses progress in cervical screening in the context of a UK setting and future directions for cervical cancer prevention. Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21wUxzS

This event explores current dilemmas in urogynaecology alongside practical, evidence-based approaches to care. Gain insight and confidence to manage complex cases and learn from leading voices. Secure your spot today: https://brnw.ch/21wUwO1

Last chance | The deadline to have your say is Thursday 31 July The College is leading a ground-breaking initiative to identify the top priorities for research into the health of women and people in the UK. Over 1,400 people completed our initial survey which identified six main topics: fertility, gynaecology, obstetrics, oncology, societal factors and 'additional', with key themes under each topic. We have opened up a second survey to the public to prioritise these research topics and themes. We want to hear directly from women and people accessing O&G care, as well as healthcare professionals and VCSE groups. We hope that diverse perspectives will help shape a research agenda that truly reflects the needs and experiences of those it aims to serve. Have your say: https://brnw.ch/21wUvET

Last week, we published a high-level assessment of progress on the Women’s Health Strategy for England. The Strategy has successfully raised the profile of women’s health across government and the NHS, and acknowledged the need for holistic services designed around women’s lives. Over the past three years, we’ve seen green shoots of progress in several key areas set out in the Strategy. However, we need to see progress accelerated in some areas. As journalist Chloe Gray from Women’s Health UK writes: “The Women’s Health Strategy promised change – but the numbers tell a different story. Over 580,000 women are still waiting for care, with racial and reproductive health gaps still growing.” With the Government elected on a promise that ‘never again will women’s health be neglected’, we now urge them to prioritise refreshing the Women’s Health Strategy for England. The strategy must work alongside the 10-Year Health Plan to drive improvements in women’s health access, experiences and outcomes and support healthcare professionals working tirelessly to deliver excellent care. Investing in women’s health is not just a moral imperative - it also delivers clear social and economic returns. Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wUtx3

The latest issue of TOG features reviews on cytomegalovirus in pregnancy, ovarian torsion, vulvovaginal cysts and the elimination of cervical cancer. Read the full issue: https://brnw.ch/21wUrJD

The College is leading a ground-breaking initiative to identify the top priorities for research into the health of women and people in the UK. Over 1,400 people completed our initial survey which identified six main topics: fertility, gynaecology, obstetrics, oncology, societal factors and 'additional', with key themes under each topic. We have opened up a second survey to the public to prioritise these research topics and themes. We want to hear directly from women and people accessing O&G care, as well as healthcare professionals and VCSE groups. We hope that diverse perspectives will help shape a research agenda that truly reflects the needs and experiences of those it aims to serve. The deadline to have your say is Thursday 31 July. Have your say: https://brnw.ch/21wUqxr