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The Atlantic
5 months ago
Coronavirus

The CDC Is Squandering a Breakthrough Vaccine

RSV shots are highly sought after by pregnant patients, even more so than flu or COVID shots.
New RSV vaccines for pregnant people and infants have the potential to significantly reduce RSV-related hospitalizations in children under 5. [ more ]
time.com
6 months ago
Health

RSV Vaccine May Be Linked to a Slightly Higher Risk of Guillain-Barre Syndrome

Health officials are investigating a possible link between new RSV vaccines and Guillain-Barre syndrome in older adults.
The inquiry is based on fewer than two dozen cases among over 9.5 million vaccine recipients, with data showing higher numbers than expected. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
Public health

Pregnant people can get a shot to protect babies from RSV, but some hit hurdles

A newly approved vaccine for pregnant people can protect babies from RSV, the leading cause of hospitalization for infants in the US.
There are significant barriers to delivering the RSV vaccines, leading to a shortage and limited access for both pregnant people and infants. [ more ]
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