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Pregnant? What you need to know about Cytomegalovirus – Ep. 3.23

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Local mom and public health professional Cara Gluck joins us to recognize June as Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Awareness Month. This virus affects 1 in 200 babies born in the United States and can have long-term, significant developmental impacts on a baby if a mom contracts the virus while pregnant. Cara joins us to share her family’s journey with CMV, simple steps pregnant moms can take to reduce their risk and what all parents-to-be need to know about the virus.

 

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