8 stories tagged #RSV

  1. Arthritis Drug Shows Promise Against RSV in Early Study
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    Arthritis Drug Shows Promise Against RSV in Early Study

    A cheap, widely available painkiller reduced RSV in the human respiratory tract, potentially offering a new treatment for the dangerous virus.

    7h ago 1 min read
  2. RSV Vaccine Uptake Low Among Pregnant Women in Singapore Despite Approval
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    RSV Vaccine Uptake Low Among Pregnant Women in Singapore Despite Approval

    Nearly two years after approval, RSV vaccine uptake among pregnant women in Singapore remains low, with no significant drop in infant hospitalizations.

    3w ago 1 min read
  3. Maternal RSV Vaccine: Strong Protection but Stark Disparities
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    Maternal RSV Vaccine: Strong Protection but Stark Disparities

    New data shows maternal RSV vaccination prevented infant hospitalization, yet uptake varied sharply by race and insurance in Dallas.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Maternal RSV Vaccine Slashes Infant Hospitalizations Over 80%
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    Maternal RSV Vaccine Slashes Infant Hospitalizations Over 80%

    New UK study reveals maternal RSV vaccination significantly cuts infant hospitalizations, especially when given weeks before birth. Important findings for preterm infants.

    last mo. 2 min read
  5. Canada Sees Surge in Respiratory Hospitalizations Amid Declining Vaccine Rates
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    Canada Sees Surge in Respiratory Hospitalizations Amid Declining Vaccine Rates

    Thousands hospitalized for COVID-19, flu, and RSV in Canada. Experts urge increased vaccination to ease strain on healthcare systems.

    last mo. 1 min read
  6. RSV Infection Window Narrowed: New Research Defines Key Transmission Period
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    RSV Infection Window Narrowed: New Research Defines Key Transmission Period

    New data reveals Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) infection may only be highly infectious for around five days, impacting public health strategies and patient management.

    last mo. 1 min read
  7. Nirsevimab Outperforms Maternal Vaccine in Reducing Infant RSV Hospitalizations
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    Nirsevimab Outperforms Maternal Vaccine in Reducing Infant RSV Hospitalizations

    A major French study finds nirsevimab significantly lowers RSV hospitalizations and severe outcomes in infants compared to maternal vaccination, offering new clinical guidance.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  8. New Guidance: RSV Vaccination for Immunocompromised Adults
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    New Guidance: RSV Vaccination for Immunocompromised Adults

    IDSA releases updated recommendations for RSV vaccination in immunocompromised adults, emphasizing shared decision-making and individualized timing for enhanced protection.

    3mo ago 1 min read