Get the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox so you never miss a thing Doctors at hospitals in Greater Manchester have told how they are seeing a spike in pregnant women admitted to hospital with Covid-19.
Studies have shown that there are higher rates of admission to intensive care units for pregnant women with the virus compared to non-pregnant women who test positive.
And, as the majority of infections continue to hit the younger demographic, obstetricians in Greater Manchester have told the Manchester Evening News they are seeing ‘rising numbers ‘ of pregnant women struggling with the virus. READ MORE: "It's very distressing to watch someone expecting with Covid": Joy and relief as pregnant women receive their vaccines NH