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The International Conference on HG Returns to Bergen in May 2026
PSS has been involved in the international HG research community since 2015 when four of our trustees attended the first International Colloquium on HG in Bergen, Norway. At that meeting we were excited to meet scientists, clinicians and other patient organisations...
Surviving Christmas with Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Tips for a Gentle Holiday Season
Surviving Christmas with Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Tips for a Gentle Holiday Season The holiday season is meant to be a time of joy, togetherness, and indulgence, but for those battling Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG), it can feel overwhelming. HG, characterised by severe...
PSS attends “This Is Also Motherhood” MMHA Exhibition
Last week, Lindsay, our Community & Engagement Manager, was honoured to attend Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA)’s incredible exhibition “This is Also Motherhood” in beautiful Berkley Square. Pregnancy Sickness Support is a proud member of the MMHA and we...
Women driven to terminate wanted pregnancies due to hyperemesis gravidarum
Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a severe pregnancy complication characterized by extreme, persistent nausea and vomiting. Unlike typical morning sickness, HG can lead to serious health issues such as dehydration, weight loss, and malnutrition. The condition is often...
Researchers investigate the risk messages and advice given in pregnancy
Navigating pregnancy health advice can be overwhelming for many women, particularly due to conflicting messages and issues of trust and autonomy in the healthcare system. The WRISK Voices study, conducted in the UK, aimed to delve into women's lived experiences with...
Researchers identify gene mutation linked to pregnancy sickness
A new study led by a team at the University of Southern California offers further confirmation that abnormalities in the GDF15 gene contribute to the development of hyperemesis gravidarum and may provide insight into prediction and diagnosis of the condition....
HG has been a very isolating experience, when I called the helpline I felt listened to for the first time. It gave me the confidence to go back to my midwife and ask for further help.
Clare Holmes | Essex