Flu shots and future mothers It’s flu season and pregnant women are at an increased risk of becoming infected.
Dr. Indu Ahluwalia is an epidemiologist with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Influenza infection among pregnant women can result in severe illness and increased hospitalizations and even death.”
There is no special flu vaccine for pregnant women. “There are two forms of the vaccine available to the general public – the nasal spray and the flu shot – and the flu shot is what’s recommended for pregnant women.” It’s recommended that women get the flu vaccine anytime during their pregnancy. Flu season normally goes from August to March.
