Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) | RSV | CDC - Centers for Disease ...
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms in most people, but it is the leading cause of infant hospitalization in the U.S.
About RSV | RSV | CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Aug 30, 2024 · Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that infects the nose, throat, and lungs. RSV symptoms make it difficult to distinguish it from the common cold or other respiratory viruses (like the flu or COVID-19).
RSV in Infants and Young Children | RSV | CDC - Centers for …
Aug 30, 2024 · RSV can be dangerous for infants and some young children. RSV is the leading cause of infant hospitalization in the U.S. Immunizations can protect babies from getting very sick from RSV.
Symptoms and Care of RSV | RSV | CDC - Centers for Disease …
Aug 30, 2024 · RSV usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most RSV infections go away on their own. RSV can be serious for babies, some young children, and older adults. There is no treatment for RSV, but you can manage symptoms with over-the-counter medications.
Clinical Overview of RSV | RSV | CDC - Centers for Disease Control …
Aug 30, 2024 · Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes respiratory illness among persons of all age groups. RSV is one of the most common causes of childhood illness and is the most common cause of hospitalization in infants. It also causes severe disease and hospitalizations in older adults, especially those with certain chronic medical conditions.
RSV Vaccine Guidance for Older Adults | RSV | CDC - Centers for …
Aug 30, 2024 · The RSV vaccine is not currently an annual vaccine, meaning eligible adults do not need to get a dose every RSV season. Currently, CDC recommends only a single dose of RSV vaccine for all adults ages 75 and older and for adults ages 60–74 with increased risk of severe RSV disease.
How RSV Spreads | RSV | CDC - Centers for Disease Control and …
RSV can spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes, by direct contact with someone who has RSV, or by touching a contaminated surface. In most regions of the United States, RSV season generally starts during the fall and peaks in the winter.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) Immunizations | CDC
Sep 4, 2024 · Respiratory syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover in a week or two, but RSV can be serious. Infants and older adults are more likely to develop severe RSV and need hospitalization. Vaccines are available to protect older adults from severe RSV.
RSV Vaccines | RSV | CDC - Centers for Disease Control and …
Aug 30, 2024 · RSV vaccines are recommended for all adults ages 75 and older and adults ages 60 – 74 who are at increased risk for severe RSV. There are two immunizations recommended to protect infants from severe RSV: a maternal RSV vaccine (Pfizer's Abrysvo) given during pregnancy or an RSV antibody given to infants after birth.
Clinical Guidance for RSV Immunizations and Vaccines
Aug 29, 2024 · CDC recommends a single dose of any FDA-licensed RSV vaccine for all adults ages 75 and older and adults ages 60–74 at increased risk of severe RSV. Adults who have already received one dose (including last year) should not receive another dose at this time.