In this episode of the SMFM podcast series, Dr. Rachel Harrison and guest Dr. Neil Silverman discuss the latest SMFM guidelines on managing measles in pregnancy. They address the rise in measles cases in the U.S., the importance of vaccinations, and the specific risks and complications for pregnant individuals and provide critical insights on transmission, diagnosis, and care strategies to help healthcare providers manage measles effectively during this significant outbreak. Tune in for essential guidance on protecting maternal and neonatal health during a measles outbreak.  

 

Links:

Measles and Pregnancy: What Maternal-Fetal Medicine Subspecialists Need to Know

ACOG Practice Advisory

CDC guidelines for pregnancy and vaccination

the CDC healthcare providers measles page

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