Leading OB-GYN group issues vaccine recommendations, breaks with CDC
Summary
The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) published a new vaccine schedule for pregnant women that differs from the CDC’s advice. ACOG recommends four vaccines during pregnancy: flu, COVID-19, Tdap (to protect against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough), and one for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) to protect the unborn baby.Key Facts
- ACOG released a new vaccine schedule for pregnant women.
- This schedule is different from the current CDC recommendations.
- ACOG advises pregnant women to get four vaccines: flu, COVID-19, Tdap, and RSV vaccine.
- The RSV vaccine is given to protect the developing fetus from respiratory syncytial virus.
- Tdap vaccine protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough).
- This is the first time ACOG's guidance differs from the CDC on maternal vaccines.
- The goal is to promote health for both the mother and baby during pregnancy.
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