RSV Hits Infants Hard as Vaccines Target 14,000 Hospitalizations

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Rising cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) across North America have prompted health authorities to accelerate the deployment of new preventive measures.

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According to Health Canada, RSV cases are climbing rapidly, with infants under one year constituting the largest proportion of infections.

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According to CDC, Georgia ranks among the U.S. states with the highest weekly rates of positive RSV tests as of 12th December 2024.

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Vaccinations such as Nirsevimab and Abrysvo, the maternal vaccine, have been developed to prevent RSV in the two groups- infants and the elderly.

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The aim of the vaccinations is to reduce rates of hospitalisations, deaths, outpatient visits, and emergency department visits due to RSV.

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Region-wise, steps are being taken to prevent RSV, for instance, Quebec establishing a provincially-funded program for Nirsevimab to ensure vaccination for all.

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People infected with RSV show several symptoms such as congestion, runny nose, decreased appetite, coughing, sneezing, fever, wheezing, etc.

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To prevent RSV, measures such as regular handwashing, surface sanitisation, avoiding contact with infected individuals, etc. can be taken.

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