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President’s blog: January 2026 
In her first blog as RCOG President, Dr Alison Wright sets out her priorities to support doctors, modernise services, and build partnerships, with a focus on training, innovation, and collaboration to improve care for women.
Thursday 8 January 2026
Paracetamol in pregnancy 
Taking paracetamol during pregnancy does not increase the risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disability in children.  Findings of a new systematic review into paracetamol use in pregnancy, led by City St George’s, University of London, confirm that the previously suggested links are more likely to be explained by other factors, such as fever or pain, rather than the use of paracetamol itself. 
Wednesday 21 January 2026
RCOG responds to new NHS Online service that will prioritise key women’s health conditions
The RCOG has responded to the announcement that NHS England has selected nine common conditions to be included first in the new NHS Online service. Launched by the Prime Minister in September 2025, the service is expected to allow patients to be triaged via the NHS App, speak to doctors through video consultations, and be monitored at home, reducing unnecessary trips to hospital.
Tuesday 6 January 2026
Royal Colleges urge pregnant women to get flu vaccine as cases remain high
The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), Royal College of Midwives (RCM) and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), representing over 90,000 professionals, say vaccination during pregnancy offers vital protection for both mother and baby – even late in the flu season. 
Wednesday 24 December 2025
RCOG launches updated Maternity Service Standards Framework
The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has published its updated Maternity Service Standards Framework, which provides practical guidance to help support commissioners and service providers to deliver safer, more equitable and compassionate maternity care across the UK. 
Thursday 11 December 2025
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