A grieving family has broken their silence following the tragic death of their teenage daughter due to a blood clot linked to her use of birth control pills.
Áine Rose Hurst, 19, initially mistook a severe headache for a hangover, but sadly passed away two days later.
The family shared that Áine had been advised to stop taking the pill due to high blood pressure, but her GP later prescribed it to her again, leading to the devastating outcome.
In an effort to raise awareness and advocate for changes in NHS guidelines, Áine’s parents, Graham and Kerry, have established ARCS – The Áine Rose Contraceptive Safety Foundation.
Kerry described Áine as a loving and vibrant girl who cherished her family and had aspirations for the future. Tragically, Áine’s life was cut short due to complications related to the contraceptive pill.
After her passing, Áine’s family formed ARCS to prevent similar tragedies and promote contraceptive safety awareness.
Áine’s death certificate listed the oral contraceptive pill as a potential contributing factor, prompting her family to push for more stringent health checks before prescribing birth control to individuals with a history of high blood pressure.
The family’s ultimate goal is to honor Áine’s memory by saving other lives and preventing similar heartbreaking losses.