Video Activities

STIs During Pregnancy

I- Before watching the video select which of these diseases are the
most common seen in newborn babies. Compare with your
classmates.
__ Chlamydia __ Vaginitis __ Hepatitis C
__ Gonorrhea __ Syphilis __ HIV-AIDS
__ Herpes __ Genital Warts
II- Now watch the video and say True(T) or False(F)
a) __ A lot of people know if they are infected with hepatitis C.
b) __ There is a high risk for the baby if the mother is infected with this
disease.
c) __ People always show signs of the disease in a very short time.
III- Watch again and answer the following questions
a) If a pregnant woman is infected with hepatitis C, is there anything
to do to prevent the exposure to the baby?
b) Is Syphilis easy treatable?
c) What could happen to the mother if syphilis is left untreated?
d) Which of the diseases mention in the video is the most dangerous
for the baby?
e) What is recommended for pregnant women at the beginning of
their pregnancy?