Vaccination during pregnancy can prevent serious illness in women and their newborns. Many deaths among children occur shortly after birth, often due to infections that could have been prevented. Experts highlight the need to improve access to vaccines for pregnant women.

A significant portion of child deaths worldwide happen within the first month of life. Certain infections, such as whooping cough and respiratory syncytial virus, can be prevented through vaccination. Further information on maternal vaccination and its benefits is available from the Pan American Health Organization, which recently discussed the topic in a regional webinar.