Influenza campaign – Seriousness of influenza during pregnancy – 30 seconds

Why should you vaccinate against influenza in pregnancy? 

Midwife Christopher Geeman: Many women don’t realise that in pregnancy there are changes to their immune, heart, and lung functions that make them more vulnerable to severe illness from influenza. 

That’s why getting vaccinated during pregnancy is so important. 

Ask your health professional today or visit health.gov.au/flu 

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