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Two Medical Organizations Urge Pregnant People To Get Vaccinated

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Tim Herd
Oct 20, 2021 | 12:04 PM


Two Medical Organizations Urge Pregnant People To Get Vaccinated

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The New Brunswick Medical Society and Perinatal NB are urging pregnant individuals to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

In a joint statement, Dr. Mark MacMillan, president of the New Brunswick Medical Society, and Dr. Lynn Murphy-Kaulbeck, medical director of Perinatal NB, said pregnant individuals are four times more likely to be hospitalized if they contract COVID-19.

As well, 40 per cent of those hospitalized due to the virus during pregnancy are admitted to an ICU, adding COVID-19 can increase the risk of premature birth, low birth weight, and stillbirth.

The statement outlined a study of more than 35,000 pregnant individuals following vaccination, and mentioned, “there is no evidence that any vaccines, including COVID-19 vaccines, cause fertility problems.”

The statement added that physicians are urging all eligible New Brunswickers, including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Tim is a graduate from the Fanshawe College Broadcast-Journalism program. He moved to Saint John, New Brunswick from Ontario. He enjoys a pint of beer, college sports, and quality time with family and friends.

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