Does covid-19 affect pregnancies and do the vaccines reduce any risks?
30 May 2023
The coronavirus has been linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes, but vaccines help to keep mothers and babies safe
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A large study of infants shows that getting a covid-19 vaccination while pregnant can significantly reduce your child's infection risk two months after birth
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