While the college has confirmed pregnant women do not appear to be more susceptible to the consequences of coronavirus than the general population, they have said special consideration should be given to pregnant women with concomitant medical illnesses until evidence provides clearer information. "Pregnant women who have been advised to self-isolate should stay indoors and avoid contact with others for 14 days," the report adds. "Pregnant women are advised not to attend maternity triage units or A&E unless in need of urgent obstetric or medical care. If women are concerned and require urgent medical advice, they are encouraged to call the maternity triage unit in the first instance. "If attendance at the maternity unit or hospital is advised, pregnant women are requested to travel by private transport and alert the maternity triage reception once on the premises, prior to entering the hospital."

Source: Daily Mirror March 09, 2020 22:30 UTC