Tag: RSV
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RSV Immunization for Infants: What Parents Should Know
Understanding RSV and the role of immunization Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common cause of cold-like symptoms in many babies, but it can turn severe, especially for preterm infants, those with certain health conditions, or those born during RSV season. Vaccines and other preventive options aim to reduce the risk of severe RSV illness…
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RSV vaccines for infants: what parents need to know
Understanding RSV and why vaccination matters for infants Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common infection that can cause serious illness in young children, especially infants and those with underlying health conditions. Most kids recover within a week or two, but RSV can lead to hospitalization for some babies due to bronchiolitis or pneumonia. Vaccination…
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What Parents Need to Know About RSV Immunization for Infants
Understanding RSV and Why Immunization Matters Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common illness that can cause serious breathing problems in young infants, especially those born prematurely or with certain health conditions. While many babies recover at home with supportive care, RSV can lead to dangerous complications and hospitalizations in a small but important group.…
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RSV Immunization for Infants: What Parents Need to Know
Understanding RSV and Why Immunization Matters Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common illness that can cause serious breathing problems in some babies. While most infants recover at home, RSV can lead to prolonged symptoms and, in vulnerable children, require medical care. Immunization strategies are evolving, offering new ways to protect infants during the RSV…
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Share tradition, not the flu: Saskatchewan kicks off fall immunization drive with 11,500+ bookings
Kickoff marks a proactive season for vaccines across Saskatchewan The Saskatchewan Fall Immunization Program officially began on Tuesday, with health-care professionals, including Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab, rolling up their sleeves to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines. The campaign’s slogan, Share tradition, not the flu, underscored the province’s emphasis on protecting families…
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WA GPs Offer Parliament a Plan: GPs as the Answer to Overwhelmed Hospitals
WA GPs Present a Plan to Parliament: GPs as the Solution to Hospital Strain A delegation of seven Western Australian general practitioners (GPs) representing the Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) is heading to the WA Parliament with a mission: to quantify how primary care can relieve overwhelmed hospitals. The group will offer risk assessments…
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Western Australia Faces Record RSV Season Despite Strong Immunisation Uptake
RSV in WA: A Record-Breaking Season Meets Strong Immunisation Western Australia is navigating what could be its worst respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) year on record. Latest health data show 11,551 RSV cases reported to the Department of Health as of Monday, just 104 cases shy of the peak set in 2022. While the numbers paint…
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RSV on Track Hit Worst on Record in WA Despite Immunisation
WA Faces a Record RSV Year Despite Strong Immunisation Uptake Western Australia is approaching a historically high level of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity. Latest Department of Health data show 11,551 RSV cases reported by Monday, just 104 away from the record set in 2022. While not eclipsing that peak yet, the trajectory suggests a…
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RSV in WA: Despite Strong Immunisation, Health Officials Fear Record Year
RSV in Western Australia: A record-chasing season despite high immunisation uptake Western Australia is approaching a potential record year for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases, even as a broad immunisation program for infants and pregnant women helps blunt severe outcomes. Health authorities report 11,551 RSV notifications up to Monday, just 104 cases shy of the…
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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…