The Pan American Health Organization PAHO is recommending coronavirus vaccines for pregnant women after their first trimester and mothers who are breastfeeding.
PAHO Director, Dr. Carissa Etienne, said that COVID-19 vaccines are critical tools for safeguarding expectant and lactating mothers during the pandemic.
Dr. Etienne was speaking during PAHO’s COVID-19 digital briefing yesterday (Wed).
The PAHO Director pointed out that pregnant women, who contract COVID-19, have a higher risk of developing serious symptoms and, more frequently, require ventilation and intensive care.
Additionally, she said they have a greater chance of experiencing premature delivery.
