The NHS website gives a summary of vaccinations that should be considered in pregnancy and those that should be avoided:
Pertussis cases continue to rise rapidly and sadly there were 9 infant deaths between November 2023 and July 2024. The NHS is encouraging staff who come in contact with pregnant women to signpost or offer pertussis vaccination at every opportunity.
Please also see the following advice about changes introduced from 1st July 2024:
Women should normally receive their whooping cough vaccine around the time of their mid-pregnancy scan (usually 20 weeks) but can receive it from 16 weeks (and preferably before 32 weeks for optimal protection). (1)
NHS advice on COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy and while breast feeding:
The RCOG has some advice and FAQs on COVID-19 vaccination:
COVID-19 vaccines are strongly recommended in pregnancy. Vaccination is the best way to protect against the known risks of COVID-19 in pregnancy for both women and babies. (2)
NHS advice for patients:
It's recommended that all pregnant women have the flu vaccine, whatever stage of pregnancy they are at. (3)
Immunisation against infectious disease - GOV.UK (The Green Book)
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