| Some immunizations are safe during pregnancy;
while other are absolutely contra-indicated(CANNOT be used during pregnancy).
The chart below is a useful guide, but the final decision should be made
with your care giver. |
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ALWAYS CONTRA-INDICATED
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Smallpox |
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Rubella |
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Mumps & Measles |
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Hepatitis B |
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POSSIBLE CONTRA-INDICATIONS
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Polio (Sabin-oral) |
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Influenza (Flu shots) |
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SAFE DURING PREGNANCY
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Yellow Fever |
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Plague |
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Tuberculosis (BCG) |
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Pneumovax |
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Rabies |
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Tetanus |
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Polio (Salk) |
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| Always discuss any
medication with your care giver and always let every doctor you see know
that you are pregnant. |
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