Tag: RSV-MIPP
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Australia’s RSV immunisation rollout: thousands protected, but gaps remain
New era for infant RSV protection in Australia In 2025, Australia introduced free access to RSV immunisations for all infants, a landmark step in protecting the youngest, most vulnerable Australians from severe respiratory disease. Early indicators are encouraging: sentinel hospital data suggest a substantial drop in RSV-related hospitalisations and intensive care admissions during the peak…
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Infant RSV Immunisation in Australia: Thousands Protected, Yet Gaps Remain
Introduction: A watershed moment for RSV protection In 2025, Australia introduced free access to RSV immunisations for all infants, supported by the national RSV Mother and Infant Protection Program (RSV-MIPP). Early indicators are promising: thousands of babies have been shielded from severe RSV, and hospital admissions for RSV-related bronchiolitis and pneumonia have fallen compared with…