Coronavirus (COVID-19): Pregnancy FAQs | By Megha Shah
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Pregnancy FAQs | By Megha Shah There are many things we don't yet know about coronavirus ( COVID-19) , but we're learning more each day. Here are some answers to questions about coronavirus and pregnancy. Do Pregnant Women Have a Higher Chance of Getting Coronavirus? Experts don't know if pregnant women are more likely to get coronavirus than other people. But because of the changes, women go through during pregnancy. they may be more likely to get some infections. So it's important to protect yourself. How Can Pregnant Women Protect Themselves From Coronavirus? To protect themselves from coronavirus and other infections, pregnant women should: wash the hands well and often or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Try not to touch their eyes, nose, and mouth. Stay away from sick people. keep away from others as much as possible by staying home. If you need to go out, stay at least 6 feet away (2 meters) from other pe...