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SAS Week celebrates specialty, associate specialist and specialist (SAS) doctors and runs from 6–10 October 2025.
At the Royal College of Anaesthetists, we are committed to supporting our fellows, members, staff and patients from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities.
Pregnant women and people will benefit from accessible, evidence-based information on the risks and side effects of epidurals and spinal anaesthesia, thanks to new patient resources launched today by the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA) and the Obstetric Anaesthetist Association (OAA).
The MHRA confirms paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, with no evidence linking it to autism. It remains the recommended pain relief when used as directed. Pregnant women should follow NHS guidance, consult healthcare professionals, and report side effects via the Yellow Card scheme.