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September 25, 2023, 3:28 PM
CDC recommends 1st maternal RSV vaccine
The vaccine is recommended for pregnant women in their third trimester to protect newborn babies.
September 25, 2023, 3:28 PM
September 22, 2023, 8:54 PM
CDC recommends 1st maternal RSV vaccine to help protect babies
The CDC advisory committee voted to recommend the first maternal RSV vaccine that would be given between 32 and 36 weeks' gestation.
September 22, 2023, 8:54 PM
September 15, 2023, 8:22 PM
September 15, 2023, 12:30 PM
COVID, RSV and influenza likely to impact health care system this year: CDC
This year’s respiratory virus season is set to be a repeat of last year’s, with COVID-19, RSV and influenza impacting the health care system at the same time, per the CDC
September 15, 2023, 12:30 PM
1 month ago
CDC issues warning RSV is on the rise in young children in Southeastern US
The CDC warned Wednesday that RSV cases are increasing in infants and young children in Florida and Georgia, possibly a sign of the start of the RSV season nationally.
1 month ago
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Update on COVID-19 boosters and warning about RSV
A new COVID-19 booster from Moderna shows promising results for protecting against a new omicron subvariant, while the CDC reported a rise in RSV cases in the Southeast.
1 month ago
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FDA approves 1st maternal RSV vaccine to help protect infants
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first maternal vaccine intended to help protect newborns against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
1 month ago
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FDA approves 1st maternal RSV vaccine to help protect infants
ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains how the Food and Drug Administration approved the first maternal RSV vaccine to help protect infants.
1 month ago
1 month ago
FDA approves 1st maternal RSV vaccine
Mothers would receive this shot while still pregnant to reduce the risk of severe RSV infection among newborns.
1 month ago
2 months ago
CDC authorizes a new RSV shot for infants
The shot is 80% effective at reducing risk of hospitalization, the CDC says.
2 months ago
2 months ago
New RSV shot for infants approved by CDC
The CDC signed off Thursday on a new RSV shot, made up of monoclonal antibodies that mimic the antibodies the body naturally creates when fighting a virus, for infants.
2 months ago
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New RSV shot for infants approved by CDC
The shot offers about five months' worth of protection, which should carry young children through the typical RSV season.
2 months ago
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What parents should know about the RSV shot
Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down what parents should know about Beyfortus, a shot recently recommended by the CDC to help mitigate the risk of RSV in infants.
2 months ago
3 months ago
FDA approves use of new drug to battle RSV
The agency approved the use of Beyfortus to prevent the mild infection that can be dangerous for young children.
3 months ago
3 months ago
New drug to protect babies and toddlers from RSV gets FDA approval ahead of cold season
Advisers to the CDC will meet next month to recommend who should get the drug.
3 months ago
3 months ago
CDC advisors recommend RSV vaccine approval. What it means for older adults
A CDC advisory committee recommended approval of an RSV vaccine for adults aged 60 and older. What this means for a potential fall rollout.
3 months ago
3 months ago
CDC recommends RSV vaccine for older adults
ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains the decision of a CDC panel of advisors, who voted to recommend the RSV vaccine for adults aged over 60.
3 months ago
4 months ago
Potential preventive for RSV
An FDA advisory panel is recommending approval of a shot that may protect infants from the respiratory illness that the CDC says hospitalizes up to 80,000 children and kills about 300 each year.
4 months ago
4 months ago
FDA’s vote in favor of maternal RSV vaccine
ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains the vote from FDA advisers in support of Pfizer’s RSV vaccine for pregnant women.
4 months ago
4 months ago
FDA advisers vote in favor of RSV vaccine for pregnant people
Food and Drug Administration advisers voted in favor of a maternal RSV vaccine option from drugmaker Pfizer.
4 months ago
5 months ago
FDA advisers meet on potential RSV vaccine
Advisers from the Food and Drug Administration will discuss Pfizer's application for a potential RSV vaccine for people who are pregnant after recently approving one for older adults.
5 months ago
7 months ago
Patel It like It Is: What to know about RSV vaccine for pregnant women
Plus, how to manage your child's sleep schedule when away from home, and why you should not wash your meat before cooking it.
7 months ago
7 months ago
Pfizer’s RSV vaccine could get FDA approval by summer
Pfizer says its vaccine is 82% effective at preventing severe RSV infections in an infant’s first 90 days and 70% effective during the first six months.
7 months ago
7 months ago
1st RSV vaccine could be approved this summer
The FDA will decide whether or not to approve an RSV vaccine designed to protect newborns by August 2023.
7 months ago
9 months ago
Moderna says its RSV vaccine for older adults is 84% effective at preventing serious illness
Moderna announced Tuesday its RSV vaccine for older adults was about 84% effective at preventing severe disease and the company plans to ask the FDA for approval in 2023.
9 months ago
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RSV and flu cases subside as COVID hospitalizations tick up
Seasonal flu activity remains high but is declining in most areas, according to data released Friday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Some school districts bring back mask mandates
Several schools are bringing back mask mandates to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Some school districts bring back mask mandates to stem spread of COVID, flu and RSV
Some school districts have said indoor masking will return following winter break to prevent the spread of COVID-19, flu and RSV.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Tentative signs ‘tripledemic’ could be slowing
Experts are cautiously optimistic as flu cases decline and RSV cases level off, but COVID cases continue to climb.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Misinformation on RSV, flu spread online: What parents need to know
Pediatricians share their advice for parents as kids face flu, RSV and more.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Here are ways parents can deal with RSV and flu misinformation online
Parents are flooded with flu and daily RSV information surrounding their kids. Pediatrician Dr. Alok Patel shares what parents should be doing and what they should potentially avoid.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Parents struggle to find children’s medicine as ‘tripledemic’ rages
Amid reports of kids’ cold and flu medicine shortages as cases of COVID-19, flu and RSV increase, Dr. Alok Patel, ABC News medical contributor, has tips for if you can’t find medicine.
9 months ago
9 months ago
New all-in-one test for COVID, flu and RSV: What to know
The Food and Drug Administration authorized the emergency use of a test that may be able to help detect all three of the “tripledemic” viruses spreading across the U.S.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Pharmacies limiting sales of certain medicines
CVS and Walgreens are limiting the amount of certain children's medications that families can buy, due to shortages in some parts of the country.
9 months ago
9 months ago
New ‘tripledemic’ warnings ahead of the holidays
With holiday celebrations in full swing, some hospitals across the country are being pushed to the brink by the combination of COVID, flu and RSV cases.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Virus surge overwhelms hospitals across the country
Rise of COVID-19, RSV, and the flu causing strain on hospitals as millions prepare for the winter holidays.
9 months ago
10 months ago
After fears of 'tripledemic,' RSV on the downturn as flu and COVID pick up
After fears that a "tripledemic" would overwhelm hospitals, cases of RSV appear to be declining while infections of flu and COVID-19 increase.
10 months ago
10 months ago
2-year-old hospitalized with RSV spent 8 days on ventilator
A mother from Albuquerque, New Mexico, is warning about the dangers of RSV after her daughter spent 8 days hospitalized on a ventilator.
10 months ago
10 months ago
'Tripledemic' continues to stretch hospital resources
Hospital officials said they are packed with cases of RSV, COVID-19 and the flu.
10 months ago
10 months ago
I'm a pediatrician and mom: These are the protections I'm taking amid 'tripledemic' of flu, RSV and COVID-19
Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez shares tips as flu hospitalizations nearly double.
10 months ago
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Hospitals nationwide are nearly 80% full as the nation experiences a ‘tripledemic’
Forty-three states are reporting “very high” or “high” levels of flu-like activity.
10 months ago
10 months ago
Officials urge mask-wearing as ‘tripledemic’ threat grows
ABC News’ Trevor Ault reports on new mask advisories as the number of COVID, flu and RSV cases continue to rise nationwide.
10 months ago
10 months ago
COVID and flu cases on the rise
Major cities like Los Angeles and New York have put indoor mask recommendations back in place with COVID-19 and flu cases on the rise.
10 months ago
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Health officials concerned about national virus surge
Cases of RSV, COVID-19 and flu are on the rise as the CDC recommends Americans get vaccinations to protect against illness.
10 months ago
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Hospitals facing crush of patients with respiratory viruses
Hospitals across the country are running out of room, facing a crush of patients with respiratory viruses.
10 months ago
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'Remember, masks still work': Medical expert on 'tripledemic' threat
ABC News' Juju Chang spoke to ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel of Stanford Children’s Health about the "tripledemic" of flu, COVID and RSV afflicting the country during the holiday season.
10 months ago
10 months ago
Jimmie Allen and his wife reflect on daughter's RSV battle 1 year later
The country music singer and his wife Alexis are sharing what they want other parents to know about the virus that hospitalized their 6-week-old daughter.
10 months ago
10 months ago
‘Tripledemic‘ overwhelming hospitals
Rising cases of RSV, COVID and the flu have left some medications and hospital beds hard to find. ABC News’ Justin Finch has the details.
10 months ago
10 months ago
FDA fast-tracks RSV vaccine for adults
It will likely be available by fall 2023 if approved.
10 months ago
10 months ago
What to know about Pfizer's RSV vaccine for older adults as FDA prepares to review
The FDA recently granted priority review to Pfizer's RSV vaccine for older adults. Here is everything you need to know.
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