Every day the number of corona infected people in the country is increasing continuously. Although people of all ages are falling prey to this virus, but children, old people and pregnant women are more prone to corona infection. Hence, a pregnant women should take precautions while traveling during Covid-19.
The reason for this is that due to low immunity in all three, the risk of viral infection is high. There is no confirmation yet about whether the mother has a direct effect on the fetus due to corona infection during pregnancy. however, More cases of pre-term births are being reported due to Covid-19. This virus also changes the maternal-fetal interface, which affects the health of both the mother and the baby. In such a situation, every pregnant woman needs to be more careful.
In today’s article, we will tell you what precautions pregnant women should take while traveling during Covid-19 –
- Do not travel unless absolutely necessary
Pregnant women are more prone to corona infection. During pregnancy, a woman’s body becomes weak and she can be more vulnerable to infection. Until a vaccine for the corona virus is found, precaution is the only way to prevent it. Although air travel has now been started in the country, but pregnant women should not travel unless it is very important.
- Seek doctor’s advice
Be sure to consult your doctor before travelling. It is possible that the doctor will also give you some medicines so that these medicines can help you if you feel ill during the journey.
- Wear mask and follow social distancing
It is very important for pregnant women to wear a mask and follow social distancing while traveling by train or flight. You do not know whether the person traveling with you is infected with the corona virus. So follow social distancing to prevent infection. It would be better if you wear a face shield and disposable gloves along with a face mask.
- Keep washing your hands
By the way, to prevent corona infection, everyone should keep cleaning their hands with handwash or sanitizer every once in a while. But pregnant women need to take special precautions. If you are traveling by train or flight, make sure to clean your hands before and after touching surfaces, eating. If you cannot handwash, use a sanitizer. You don’t even need to get up from your seat for this.
- Recognize the symptoms of corona
To prevent corona, it is very important to be aware of its symptoms. If you have the right information about corona infection, then with this you will be able to protect not only yourself but also others from infection. See a doctor if you have the main symptoms of corona such as cough, fever, cold and shortness of breath. If you are showing symptoms of corona then do not travel.
Disclaimer: The suggestions in this article are for general information only. Do not take these tips and information as the advice of a doctor or medical professional. In case of symptoms of any disease, consult a doctor.
