The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) releases an immunization schedule for pregnancy and the postpartum period that, for the first time, differs from guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In its recommendations, ACOG calls for four vaccines during pregnancy: an influenza (flu) vaccine, a COVID-19 vaccine, and Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis). ACOG also recommends a vaccine to help protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for the developing fetus. The two organizations’ positions differ on at least one component of this maternal vaccine timing and/or selection, with ACOG breaking from the CDC schedule for pregnant patients. The announcements are presented as recommendations specific to pregnancy and related care, including coverage for postpartum immunizations. The updates are intended to guide clinicians and pregnant patients on immunization choices during pregnancy rather than follow the federal schedule as written. Both reports describe the ACOG update as a new departure from CDC guidance and note the inclusion of flu, COVID-19, Tdap, and an RSV-protective option.
ACOG issues maternal vaccine schedule that differs from CDC guidance
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) releases an immunization schedule for pregnancy and the postpartum period that, for the first time, differs from guidance issued by the C...
- ACOG issues a maternal vaccine schedule for pregnancy and the postpartum period.
- ACOG recommends flu, COVID-19, and Tdap vaccines during pregnancy.
- ACOG also recommends an RSV-protective vaccine option for the developing fetus.
- ACOG’s recommendations differ from CDC guidance, marking a first-time split.
- The update is published as clinician-facing recommendations for pregnant and postpartum patients.
(MedPage Today) -- The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) announced vaccine recommendations on Wednesday that differ from what the U.S. government advises. The immunization schedule is specifically for pregnant, postpartum...
10 hours agoThe American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) released a recommended maternal vaccine schedule Wednesday that for the first time diverges with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). ACOG recommended four vaccines be administered during pregnancy: a flu shot, a COVID-19 shot, tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap), and one to protect against respiratory syncytial virus in the developing fetus It also provides recommendations...
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