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Facts About RSV

Older adults, including those with weakened immune systems, chronic heart or lung disease, COPD, or asthma are at risk for severe RSV disease.1

Symptoms in adults are typically mild, but can become severe and be consistent with lower respiratory tract infections, such as pneumonia.1

Some RSV infections can even lead to hospitalizations or death.3

In most regions of the United States and other areas with similar climates, RSV season generally starts during fall and peaks in the winter.4

RSV Vaccination Eligibility and
Administration Information
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RSV Vaccination Eligibility and Administration Information

  • Persons 60 years of age and older5

RSV Downloadable Resources

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RSV VIS (CDC)

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RSV Resources

LEARN ABOUT AN RSV VACCINE AND FIND RESOURCES

References

  1. Respiratory syncytial virus infection (RSV). For healthcare providers. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Reviewed January 18, 2024. Accessed February 26, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/clinical/index.html#clinical
  2. Respiratory syncytial virus infection (RSV). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Reviewed November 7, 2023. Accessed January 30, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/
  3. RSV in older adults and adults with chronic medical conditions. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Reviewed July 14, 2023. Accessed February 26, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/high-risk/older-adults.html
  4. RSV surveillance & research. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Reviewed July 17, 2023. Accessed February 26, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/research/index.html
  5. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunizations. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Reviewed August 30, 2023. Accessed February 26, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/rsv/index.html