Pregnancy vaccines protect mothers and newborns from serious diseases
Receiving recommended vaccines during pregnancy shields both mother and infant from severe illnesses and complications, especially in the first six months.
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AIThe health awareness platform 'Live Well' has emphasized that receiving recommended vaccines during pregnancy, particularly in the third trimester, helps protect both mothers and their newborns after birth.
In a post on its X account, the platform stated that a child's protection begins during pregnancy and continues after birth, as some vaccines cannot be administered to infants under six months old.
It explained that the seasonal influenza vaccine protects both mother and baby from the flu, while the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine shields infants from severe complications of RSV, which is a leading cause of infant hospitalizations.
The platform added that the pertussis (Idap) vaccine helps protect infants from this bacterial disease, which can lead to serious complications requiring hospitalization, especially in newborns.
Appointments for vaccinations can be booked through the Sehaty app.
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