Women who are more than 28 weeks pregnant and work in the NHS should stay at home, experts have said. The Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists has updated advice to women who are expecting during the coronavirus pandemic.
They say those who are less than 28 weeks pregnant can continue to work in a patient-facing role, as long as they take necessary precautions.
The college added pregnant women’s choices on whether they work in direct patient-facing roles during the coronavirus pandemic should be respected and supported by their employers.
The latest advice suggests women who are more than 28 weeks pregnant, or have underlying health conditions, should avoid direct patient contact and it is recommended that they stay at home.