ToplineThere is no increased risk of birth defects detectable by ultrasound for babies born to mothers vaccinated against Covid-19 while pregnant, according to a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics, adding to a substantial body of research demonstrating the safety and benefits of vaccination during pregnancy for both mother and child. There were no indications of a risk of fetal abnormalities after Covid vaccination during pregnancy, ... [+] a study found. Pregnant people infected with Covid are at much higher risk of serious disease and death, far more likely to give birth early and are more likely to experience serious complications during pregnancy. In contrast, studies have repeatedly shown the safety of vaccination during pregnancy and breastfeeding, even passing protective antibodies down to the child. Further ReadingCovid-19 Raises Risk Of Pregnancy Complications—Including Death Around Birth, Preterm Delivery And Postpartum Hemorrhage—Study Finds (Forbes)Covid Infection More Than Doubles Risk Of Severe Pregnancy Complications—Including Sepsis, Blood Clots And Preterm Birth—Study Finds (Forbes)Full coverage and live updates on the Coronavirus

Source: Forbes April 04, 2022 21:18 UTC