Mum’s warning after loss of baby

A HEARTBROKEN mum who lost her baby to a common virus is calling for greater awareness of the disease.

Jemma Nicholls’ unborn child contracted parvovirus B19, commonly known as ‘slapped cheek syndrome’, while in the womb.

Miss Nicholls, 27, lost her baby on May 20 after being exposed to the virus – which causes a rash and flu-like symptoms in young children – at her son’s school, Dalton St Mary’s CofE Primary.

She knew nothing of the risks because, in the majority of cases, slapped cheek syndrome does not lead to complications and most pregnant women are already immune.

For more information consult the NHS Direct website www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk or call them on 0845 4647.

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