Immune and physiological changes that occur during a woman's pregnancy place her in a high-risk group for the physical and mental health consequences of various factors [1]. Previous studies showed high rates of maternal mortality, abortion, and preterm labor after pneumonia caused by the H1N1, MERS, influenza A, and SARS viruses [2]. However, information on the impact of COVID-19 infection on mothers and newborns outcomes is very limited. COVID-19 is becoming a global health concern.

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Citation: Goce Kalcev., et al. “Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19): Pregnancy Issues”. Acta Scientific Women's Health 2.7 (2020): 12-13.

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