Before you read about Covid-19 vaccine during pregnancy in United Kingdom, we recommend you see our overview on Covid-19 vaccination during pregnancy here…
During the current phases of the vaccine, only high risk individuals are being offered the vaccines through NHS. If a pregnant woman falls in any high risk category due to underlying health conditions such as diabetes, she may be contacted by NHS and offered a vaccine. If offered, it unto the pregnant woman to discuss with her healthcare provider and opt to take the vaccine or not.
Evidence from non-clinical studies
As per UK Government, evidence from non-clinical studies of the Pfizer BioNTech, Astra-Zeneca and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines has been reviewed by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and has raised no concerns about safety in pregnancy. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has recognised that the potential benefits of vaccination are particularly important for some pregnant women. This includes those who are at very high risk of catching the infection or those with clinical conditions that put them at high risk of suffering serious complications from COVID-19. In these circumstances, one should discuss vaccination with your doctor or nurse, if you feel that it is better to go ahead and receive the protection from the vaccine.
No data is currently available on how many pregnant women have actually received the vaccination so far.
Here is a list of country-wise guidance on which vaccines are being administered and what is the official stance around vaccination for pregnant women:
