Families urged to get vaccination against virus that can kill babies and elderlyVaccination during pregnancy against RSV reduces serious illness risk in newborns by 70%.
Winter illnesses return with a vengeanceRespiratory season is intense this winter with a rise in flu, RSV, and COVID-19, leading to increased hospitalizations and public health challenges.
Sickness on the rise: New York sees holiday surge in flu and RSV cases | amNewYorkNew Yorkers are facing a significant rise in flu and RSV cases this holiday season, raising health concerns among officials.
Flu surges in US as vaccinations lag, and here's where COVID, RSV infections are climbingThe US flu season has started with a significant surge in cases and illness across the country.
CDC predicts slightly better cold and flu season this winter, urges public to get vaccinatedPublic health officials predict a less severe respiratory virus season for 2024-2025, but emphasize the importance of using available health tools.
Large take-up of RSV jab for babies in Rotunda Hospital on first day of roll-outHigh uptake of nirsevimab among newborns indicates encouraging start to RSV immunization efforts in Dublin.
Families urged to get vaccination against virus that can kill babies and elderlyVaccination during pregnancy against RSV reduces serious illness risk in newborns by 70%.
Winter illnesses return with a vengeanceRespiratory season is intense this winter with a rise in flu, RSV, and COVID-19, leading to increased hospitalizations and public health challenges.
Sickness on the rise: New York sees holiday surge in flu and RSV cases | amNewYorkNew Yorkers are facing a significant rise in flu and RSV cases this holiday season, raising health concerns among officials.
Flu surges in US as vaccinations lag, and here's where COVID, RSV infections are climbingThe US flu season has started with a significant surge in cases and illness across the country.
CDC predicts slightly better cold and flu season this winter, urges public to get vaccinatedPublic health officials predict a less severe respiratory virus season for 2024-2025, but emphasize the importance of using available health tools.
Large take-up of RSV jab for babies in Rotunda Hospital on first day of roll-outHigh uptake of nirsevimab among newborns indicates encouraging start to RSV immunization efforts in Dublin.
Virus season roars back with "quad-demic" of illnessThe U.S. faces a simultaneous surge of flu, COVID, RSV, and norovirus, leading to a stressed healthcare system.
Flu Season Sweeps NYC With 73% Spike In Just One WeekFlu cases in NYC spiked 73% in late December 2024, emphasizing the seasonal nature and spread of influenza and its related illnesses.
Virus season roars back with "quad-demic" of illnessThe U.S. faces a simultaneous surge of flu, COVID, RSV, and norovirus, leading to a stressed healthcare system.
Flu Season Sweeps NYC With 73% Spike In Just One WeekFlu cases in NYC spiked 73% in late December 2024, emphasizing the seasonal nature and spread of influenza and its related illnesses.
What Should You Do if Your Child Gets RSV While You're Traveling?Traveling with infants can complicate medical emergencies like RSV.Staying calm and keeping the child comfortable is crucial for parents during stressful situations.
'I can't describe how horrendous it has been to watch her so weak be unable to take that pain away': Lisa McHugh on daughter Hallie's struggle with RSVRSV is a significant health concern for infants and can lead to severe complications, emphasizing the importance of awareness and protection for vulnerable children.
Singer 'helpless' after baby girl contracted RSV virusLisa McHugh's daughter was hospitalized for RSV, highlighting the virus's impact on children and the challenges parents face.
What Should You Do if Your Child Gets RSV While You're Traveling?Traveling with infants can complicate medical emergencies like RSV.Staying calm and keeping the child comfortable is crucial for parents during stressful situations.
'I can't describe how horrendous it has been to watch her so weak be unable to take that pain away': Lisa McHugh on daughter Hallie's struggle with RSVRSV is a significant health concern for infants and can lead to severe complications, emphasizing the importance of awareness and protection for vulnerable children.
Singer 'helpless' after baby girl contracted RSV virusLisa McHugh's daughter was hospitalized for RSV, highlighting the virus's impact on children and the challenges parents face.
Why Getting Your 2024 COVID and Flu Shots Before Halloween Is a Good Idea | KQEDGetting COVID-19 and flu vaccines now is essential for optimal immunity before the holiday season.
Pharmacist warns of the big four' winter bugs threatening to wreck ChristmasBe vigilant against flu, covid, RSV, and norovirus this winter as cases surge, especially among the vulnerable.
Healthy Holiday Tips for Pregnant PeopleImportance of timely vaccinations during pregnancy for flu, COVID-19, and RSV to protect pregnant individuals and newborns.
How to Get Free Vaccines for Flu, COVID-19 and RSVVaccination is essential to prevent severe illness during respiratory virus season.
People with no risk factors are being hospitalised with flu complications, warns respiratory expertRising respiratory virus infections are leading to tighter hospital visiting restrictions, increased hospitalizations, and a call for greater vaccine uptake.
Why Getting Your 2024 COVID and Flu Shots Before Halloween Is a Good Idea | KQEDGetting COVID-19 and flu vaccines now is essential for optimal immunity before the holiday season.
Pharmacist warns of the big four' winter bugs threatening to wreck ChristmasBe vigilant against flu, covid, RSV, and norovirus this winter as cases surge, especially among the vulnerable.
Healthy Holiday Tips for Pregnant PeopleImportance of timely vaccinations during pregnancy for flu, COVID-19, and RSV to protect pregnant individuals and newborns.
How to Get Free Vaccines for Flu, COVID-19 and RSVVaccination is essential to prevent severe illness during respiratory virus season.
People with no risk factors are being hospitalised with flu complications, warns respiratory expertRising respiratory virus infections are leading to tighter hospital visiting restrictions, increased hospitalizations, and a call for greater vaccine uptake.
Inside Temple Street: Lying on the floor you realise the new children's hospital needs to be too big to failHospital protocols sometimes disregard the urgency of care needed for seriously ill children.
My daughter could have died. I blame US insurance companies | Melody SchreiberFinancial concerns about healthcare shouldn't be a consideration for parents during health emergencies, especially with procedures that are preventable.
RSV Can Be a Killer. New Tools Are Identifying the Most At-Risk KidsRSV unpredictability complicates identification of at-risk children, as healthy-looking infants can face severe complications, prompting research into predictive algorithms.
Inside Temple Street: Lying on the floor you realise the new children's hospital needs to be too big to failHealth and safety protocols in hospitals can hinder genuine care, often prioritizing rules over the welfare of vulnerable patients.
Most RSV infections are in babies less than 1 year old. But protection remains out of reach for many | CBC NewsRSV primarily affects infants, leading to hospitalizations, prompting an approved immunization, but limited access creates anxiety among parents.
Inside Temple Street: Lying on the floor you realise the new children's hospital needs to be too big to failHospital protocols sometimes disregard the urgency of care needed for seriously ill children.
My daughter could have died. I blame US insurance companies | Melody SchreiberFinancial concerns about healthcare shouldn't be a consideration for parents during health emergencies, especially with procedures that are preventable.
RSV Can Be a Killer. New Tools Are Identifying the Most At-Risk KidsRSV unpredictability complicates identification of at-risk children, as healthy-looking infants can face severe complications, prompting research into predictive algorithms.
Inside Temple Street: Lying on the floor you realise the new children's hospital needs to be too big to failHealth and safety protocols in hospitals can hinder genuine care, often prioritizing rules over the welfare of vulnerable patients.
Most RSV infections are in babies less than 1 year old. But protection remains out of reach for many | CBC NewsRSV primarily affects infants, leading to hospitalizations, prompting an approved immunization, but limited access creates anxiety among parents.
Inside Temple Street: Why it's time to look at the new children's hospital like the banks and admit it's too big to failHospital health and safety measures may prioritize compliance over patient care, highlighting systemic issues within healthcare.
Some hospitals seeing increase in RSV, 'walking pneumonia.' Here's what to knowSome U.S. hospitals report rising RSV and walking pneumonia cases among children, signaling a potential return to pre-pandemic respiratory illness patterns.
Study pinpoints optimal timing for RSV vaccine during pregnancy - Harvard GazetteVaccinating pregnant women against RSV five weeks before delivery maximizes transfer of maternal antibodies to newborns.
Parents urged to avail of first jab for newborns to protect babies from potentially lethal RSV virus this winterA new injection offers immediate antibody protection against RSV to newborns for 150 days, aimed at reducing severe infections during peak season.
New vaccine for respiratory disease rolls out in ScotlandThe Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) immunisation programme is being rolled out in Scotland to protect newborn babies and older adults against severe illness caused by RSV.
Study Examines Surge in RSV Cases After the COVID-19 Pandemic - News CenterThe surge in RSV cases post-COVID-19 may be due to increased testing and RSV genome changes.
New eBook Designed To Help Employers Assess, Mitigate Risks Of Airborne Infectious Diseases - Busline NewsAIHA launches a comprehensive resource to help employers address airborne infectious diseases like COVID-19 and RSV, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and worker safety.
Study Examines Surge in RSV Cases After the COVID-19 Pandemic - News CenterThe surge in RSV cases post-COVID-19 may be due to increased testing and RSV genome changes.
New eBook Designed To Help Employers Assess, Mitigate Risks Of Airborne Infectious Diseases - Busline NewsAIHA launches a comprehensive resource to help employers address airborne infectious diseases like COVID-19 and RSV, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and worker safety.
The Vaccines You'll Need This Fall and WinterThe CDC recommends updated vaccines, including RSV vaccination for those aged 75 and older, targeting a new COVID-19 strain, and adjusting the flu shot to include three strains.