These Q&As relate to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) infection and pregnancy – guidance for healthcare professionals: Version 4 – 26 March 2020 and Occupational health advice for employers and pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic – 26 March 2020 published by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Royal College of Midwives and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, with input from the Royal College of Anaesthetists, the Obstetric Anaesthetists’ Association, Public Health England and Health Protection Scotland
*Contextualized by Dr Chris Barasa, Senior House Officer, ObsGyn, University of Nairobi, Health Systems Expert, School of Public Health, University of Nairobi
Q1. What effect does corona virus have on pregnant women? Generally, pregnant women do not appear to be more likely to be severely unwell than other healthy adults if they develop the new corona virus. It is expected the large majority of pregnant women will experience only mild or moderate cold/flu like symptoms. The virus has been shown to be more severe among the elderly and those with other coexisting conditions such as diabetes. In case however a pregnant or breastfeeding woman experiences worsening symptoms of chest congestion, difficult in breathing, they should call this number for further guidance.
Read more https://uonresearch.org/blog/covid-19-information-for-pregnant-women-and-their-families/
