Characteristics of Symptomatic Women of Reproductive Age with Laboratory-Confirmed SARS-CoV-2 Infection by Pregnancy Status —

Authors: Laura D. Zambrano, PhD, Sascha Ellington, PhD, Penelope Strid, MPH, Romeo R. Galang, MD, Titilope Od
Publication Year: 2020
Last Updated: 2021-07-12 16:44:29
Journal: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
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Findings from a CDC study highlight the importance of counseling pregnant women about their risk for severe COVID-19 illness and the potential risk for preterm birth. "Update: Characteristics of Symptomatic Women of Reproductive Age with Laboratory-Confirmed SARS-CoV-2 Infection by Pregnancy Status—United States, January 22–October 3, 2020," found that pregnant women with COVID-19 are at increased risk for severe illness, compared with non-pregnant women with COVID-19.

Abstract:

Findings from a CDC study highlight the importance of counseling pregnant women about their risk for severe COVID-19 illness and the potential risk for preterm birth. "Update: Characteristics of Symptomatic Women of Reproductive Age with Laboratory-Confirmed SARS-CoV-2 Infection by Pregnancy Status—United States, January 22–October 3, 2020," found that pregnant women with COVID-19 are at increased risk for severe illness, compared with non-pregnant women with COVID-19.

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