<s>[INST] Can dengue spread to my baby if I get infected while pregnant or breastfeeding? [/INST] A pregnant woman who is infected with dengue can pass the virus to her fetus during pregnancy or around the time of birth. Dengue can have harmful effects, including death of the fetus, low birth weight and premature birth.

To date, there has been one report of dengue spread through breast milk. Because of the benefits of breastfeeding, mothers are encouraged to continue breastfeeding even with a dengue infection. Source: HEALTHY CHILDREN.ORG. Link: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/dengue-vaccine-and-kids-faqs-for-families-who-live-where-dengue-disease-commonly-spreads.aspx. Field: Infectious Disease. Disease: Dengue </s>