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Are pregnant people at greater risk from COVID-19?

According to CDC, pregnant people do have a greater chance of developing severe illness with COVID-19 than the general public. Additionally, pregnant people with COVID-19 may be more likely to have adverse outcomes, such as preterm birth. For more information, see the Pregnant and Recently Pregnant People section of the CDC website.

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Can COVID-19 be passed from mother to child?

See full answerAccording to CDC, infections causing COVID-19 in newborns born to mothers with COVID-19 are uncommon; however, some newborns have tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19 shortly after birth. It is unknown if these newborns got the virus before, during, or after birth from close contact with an infected person. However, current evidence suggests that the risk of a newborn getting COVID-19 from its mother is low, especially when she uses appropriate precautions before and

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How soon do COVID-19 symptoms appear after exposure?

According to earlier CDC guidance, COVID symptoms can appear anywhere from two to 14 days after someone is exposed to the virus. Anyone exhibiting symptoms should get tested for COVID-19. Some people may never experience symptoms, though they can still spread the virus.

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When to seek medical attention for someone with COVID-19?

If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately:• Trouble breathing• Persistent pain or pressure in the chest• New confusion• Inability to wake or stay awake• Pale, gray, or blue-colored skin, lips, or nail beds, depending on skin tone

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