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Infectious Diseases during Pregnancy3.12 INFECTIOUS DISEASES DURING PREGNANCY Educators and staff who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant need to make themselves aware of how some infections can affect their unborn child. If a team member is pregnant, it is even more important than usual to ensure that infection control practices are followed appropriately. ‘Staying Healthy- 5th Edition’ has thorough advice and risk management strategies for all these infectious conditions. If you are planning to become pregnant, or as soon as you become pregnant, you should ensure you have blood test screenings to check your immunity to the following infectious diseases to ensure the safety and health of yourself and your unborn child throughout your pregnancy: - Cytomegalovirus (CMV) - Human Parvovirus B19 (erythema infectiosum, fifth disease) - Rubella (German Measles) - Toxoplasmosis - Varicella (chicken pox) In the case where an outbreak of the above mentioned infectious diseases occurs at the Centre, and a pregnant team member has not had these recommended screenings and is required to exclude themselves from the Centre until they are aware of their immunity, it will be at the discretion of the Director whether sick leave or leave without pay will be granted.
You should also be aware of the following infectious diseases during your pregnancy and adhere to hygiene recommendations and risk management strategies: - Hand, foot and mouth disease - Listeriosis The health and safety of you and your unborn child are paramount. If you have any questions or concerns at any time, please speak to Management staff who will endeavor to provide you with further information and advice.
Source: ‘Staying Healthy’- 5th edition 2012 - NHMRC → next policy (First Aid) → back to Operations and Administration |
