The shot will help shield newborns from RSV in the early months of life, when they're especially vulnerable to severe illness.
the panel's recommendations – supported by an 11-1 vote."This is another new tool we can use this fall and winter to help protect lives," she said in a statement."I encourage parents to talk to their doctors about how to protect their little ones against serious RSV illness."the virus is associated with
In most of the country, the vaccine will be recommended for those whose third trimester coincides with a fall surge in RSV. In places where the RSV season differs – such as Alaska, or states and territories with tropical climates – health officials may offer other recommendations.
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