Early-stage data from studies performed in a laboratory with pregnant rats did not raise any safety concerns.

Data on potential risks are currently unknown because pregnant people have not yet been included in clinical trials.

A pregnancy test is also not required to receive the vaccine.

A pregnant white woman receiving a vaccine by a Black female healthcare professional. Both are wearing face masks.

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While it is not required, talking to your provider about the vaccine can be helpful.

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Center for Disease Control and Prevention.People with certain medical conditions.

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).Vaccinating pregnant and lactating patients against COVID-19.