Getting the flu vaccination: A crucial step for pregnant women in Qatar

Doha, Qatar: As flu season approaches, healthcare experts in Qatar are urging pregnant women to prioritize getting the flu vaccine. The flu can pose s...

Doha, Qatar: As flu season approaches, healthcare experts in Qatar are urging pregnant women to prioritize getting the flu vaccine. The flu can pose significant health risks to both pregnant women and their unborn babies, making vaccination a vital preventive measure.

“The flu can lead to serious complications for pregnant women, including pneumonia, hospitalization, and even premature birth,” said  Dr. Huda Abdulla Al Saleh, Senior Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology and Executive Director of Quality and Safety at Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Women’s Wellness and Research Center.

“By getting vaccinated, pregnant women can protect themselves and their newborns from the potentially devastating effects of the flu virus.”

The flu vaccine is safe and effective for pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy. It helps to build immunity against the flu virus, reducing the risk of infection and transmission to newborns in Qatar.