The WHO COVID-19 LENS (Living Evidence Synthesis) working group consolidated available evidence, based on rapid reviews of the literature and results of a living systematic review on pregnancy and COVID-19 (up to October 7, 2020), on potential mechanisms of vertical transmission of infectious pathogens, feasibility of vertical transmission of SARS-CoV-2, data related to interpretation of positive SARS-CoV-2 virologic and serologic neonatal tests, lessons from diagnosis of other congenital infections, and existing proposed definitions to classify timing of vertical transmission of SARS-CoV-2

The following print-only materials are developed to support COVID-19 recommendations. All materials are free for download. They may be printed on a standard office printer, or you may use a commercial printer

Slideset updated regularly to include the latest data and guidance on COVID-19 risk and management in special populations, including children and pregnant women, and persons with comorbidities.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is the illness caused by a new strain of coronavirus first identified in Wuhan city, China. It can cause a cough and/or a fever/high temperature. These are Arabic versions of the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance

Этот документ, содержащий ответы на часто задаваемые вопросы, дополняет временные рекомендации ВОЗ «Клинич��ское руководство по ведению пациентов с тяжелой острой респираторной инфекцией при подозрении на инфицирование новым коронавирусом» и посвящен вопросам в связи с этими рекомендациями. Во временных рекомендациях и настоящем документе отражены: i. имеющиеся сведения в отношении риска заражения COVID19 через грудное молоко; ii. сведения о благотворном воздействии грудного вскармливания и контакта «кожа к коже»; iii. сведения о неблагоприятном воздействии детских молочных смесей в случае неправильного использования. COVID-19 and breastfeeding (frequently asked questions

This fact sheet explains how COVID-19 affects you if you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant - in 35 languages

Breastfeeding is the cornerstone of infant and young child survival, nutrition and development and maternal health. The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life, followed by continued breastfeeding with appropriate complementary foods for up to 2 years and beyond.1 Early and uninterrupted skin-toskin contact, rooming-in2 and kangaroo mother care3 also significantly improve neonatal survival and reduce morbidity and are recommended by WHO. Corrigendum 23 June 202

It is not currently known if pregnant women are more susceptible to COVID-19 than the general public, nor whether they are more likely to have serious illness as a result. Based on available information, pregnant women seem to be at equal risk as other adults