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An RSV vaccine developed by Pfizer provides safe and effective protection in both seniors and newborns, clinical trial results show.
The vaccine, which protects against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), could be a game changer in preventing hospitalizations and deaths in people above 60. The Food and Drug Administration approved two vaccines, pharmaceutical company GSK’s Arexvy and Pfizer’s Abrysvo, in May, for t...
In infants, we know that the vaccine given to those who are pregnant protects babies for their first six months of life when they are most at risk for the virus. Beyfortus, the monoclonal antibody injection, similarly reduces the risk of RSV in infants for about five months—or one RSV s...
CDC offers new flu vaccine guidelinesFor the first time, health officials are offering an "ouchless" way for kids to get vaccinated. Dr. Holly Phillips joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how to stay healthy this flu season.Sept 19, 2014...
The guidelines shifted in part to match those ofother common respiratory viral illnesses, includingthe fluandrespiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The CDC now says you’re cleared toresume normal activitieswhen the following are both true for at least 24 hours: ...
s new monoclonal antibody that protects against RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus. People who are late in, or approaching the late stages of their pregnancies and eligible for Pfizer’s new maternal RSV vaccine — which will protect their infants after they are born — are also wondering when...
There is a vaccine that protects against the Neisseria meningitidis bacteria. The CDCliststhree different vaccines that are available within the U.S. and outlines when they should be administered. It's recommended children between the ages of 11 and 12-years-old obtain a dose of the Meningococca...
Transmission electron micrograph of RSV. Credit: CDC/ Dr. Erskine Palmer / Public Domain Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the leading global cause of death in children under age 5 and lacks an effective vaccine. In a study from the Precision Vaccines Program at Boston Children's Hospital,...
CDC polling on the new shotsaskedAmericans simply if they were open to getting the "new, updated COVID-19 vaccine." But the word "booster" still remains on many other official pages, including the United Kingdom's"autumn vaccine booster"campaign overseas and press releases within the U.S....