ROYAL Surrey County Hospital has launched a major fundraising appeal to create an Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit.

Tragically one in five pregnancies ends in miscarriage and the Royal Surrey wants to raise more than half a million pounds to create a dedicated and protected environment for these women.

The proposed facility will include its own scan room, which will be manned by consultant gynaecologist and obstetricians who specialise in early pregnancy.

It will also feature two counselling rooms, a clinical examination room, recovery area, and separate waiting area and reception, which is not overlooked.

For more information or to make a donation visit www. royalsurrey.nhs.net/fundraising or call 01483 464146.