Pregnancy vaccines

Vaccines recommended in pregnancy: What, why, and when

Health Advice

Whooping cough (Pertussis) vaccine What it protects against: Pertussis – a bacterial infection that causes violent coughing, pneumonia, brain damage, and even death in young babies. The vaccine offered is combined with diphtheria and tetanus (e.g., ADACEL or Boostrix IPV). Why it’s important: Babies don’t receive their first pertussis jab until 8 weeks old. Maternal…

ME

What is ME or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

Health Advice, NHS News

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), is a complex, long-term condition that significantly impacts many aspects of life. In the UK alone, approximately 390,000 people live with ME/CFS, including around 25% who are severely affected – often housebound or unable to work. The NHS, NICE, government agencies, and patient advocates increasingly…