According to the latest CDC report, Pregnant women who contract the coronavirus are more at risk for severe illness and death than non-pregnant women. The CDC said the findings may be due to the physiologic changes associated with pregnancy, including increased heart rate and oxygen consumption, decreased lung capacity, immunity changes and increased risk for thromboembolic disease.
Takeaway: The CDC advises pregnant women stay up to date with flu shots and prenatal care.
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6944e3.htm?s_cid=mm6944e3_w