Ep2. Vaccinating Expectations: Pregnancy and the benefits of the COVID Shot. Expert Guest: Dr Manish Sadarangani

Episode 2: Vaccinating Expectation: COVID19 Shot:

Have you wondered why the COVID-19 vaccine is still recommended in pregnancy although the pandemic no longer ongoing ? A delve into the benefits of the COVID-19 vaccine and boosters in pregnancy. Expert Guest: Dr Manish Sadarangani 

References: Part 1 and Part 2

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