pregnancy and pandemic h1n1 influenza pregnant women are at higher risk to get the flu and to have...

Pregnancy and Pandemic H1N1 Influenza

Pregnant women are at higher riskto get the flu and to have severe complications

• Preterm labor• Severe pneumonia• Fetal distress• Maternal death

Pregnancy and Pandemic H1N1 Influenza

Symptoms of the H1N1 Virus

• Fever/chills• Cough• Sore throat• Nasal congestion• Headache and/or body aches• Vomiting and diarrhea reported in some cases

Pregnancy and Pandemic H1N1 Influenza

Prevention

• Get a flu shot• Stay away from crowds• Wash your hands often with soap and water • Isolate self from family members

with influenza

Pregnancy and Pandemic H1N1 Influenza

Treatment

• Call your doctor• Take acetaminophen to reduce fever• Drink lots of fluids to prevent dehydration• Take prescribed flu medications as directed

Pregnancy and Pandemic H1N1 Influenza

Breastfeeding

• The best thing you can do to protect your baby fromH1N1 is to start or continue to breastfeed

• Breast milk has antibodies in it that help the baby fight disease

• Start breastfeeding after delivery and feed frequently to protect your baby

• Do not stop breastfeeding if you or the baby are ill