Flu & URI

ACIP stops short of full-throated endorsement, recommends a talk with medical provider first

However, other medical, mental health risks similar at 1 year for COVID, flu, and sepsis patients

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"I wouldn't prescribe it to an otherwise healthy person," researcher says

Abrysvo approved for adults 60 and up

Benefit observed even in adults with levels of aerobic activity below guideline recommendations

But agency reviewers flag numerical imbalance in premature deliveries

Respiratory syncytial virus vaccine indicated for adults 60 and up

Along with COVID, increased risks seen with upper and lower respiratory tract infections

Could preventing RSV infections reduce childhood asthma by 15%?

Attention must be paid to this new, sometimes deadly duo

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VA study finds 61% higher mortality rate in hospitalized cases this past winter