Aug 30, 2024 · RSV can be dangerous for older adults, especially those who have certain medical conditions, are elderly or frail, or live in a nursing home. CDC recommends everyone ages 75 and older get an RSV vaccine.

CDC recommends a single dose of RSV vaccine for older adults to help prevent serious RSV infection and hospitalization. RSV vaccination is recommended for the following adults: All adults ages 75 and older. Adults ages 60–74 at increased risk of severe RSV disease. Conditions that increase risk of severe RSV

Jun 5, 2023 · In healthy adults older than 60 and high-risk adults (those with chronic lung or heart disease), the annual incidence rate of RSV is 5.5%. RSV has also been detected in 11% of outpatients who are 60 and older with an acute respiratory illness.

Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, can affect older adults, especially those with chronic diseases. Find out what you can do to treat and prevent RSV.

Jan 11, 2024 · We do know that RSV causes at least 60,000 to 160,000 hospitalizations per year among adults age 65 or older in the U.S. Some need care in the intensive care unit (ICU). RSV is responsible for about 6,000 to 10,000 deaths among older adults each year.

Aug 30, 2024 · One dose of RSV vaccine provides protection against RSV disease in adults ages 60 years and older for at least two years. Because Arexvy and Abrysvo were licensed by FDA in May 2023 and mResvia was licensed in June 2024, we are still learning about how long RSV vaccines provide protection.

Sep 19, 2023 · But for adults at high risk, including people 65 and older, and those with heart or lung issues, RSV can become a life-threatening condition. Here’s what you can expect when it comes to RSV treatment. RSV often feels like a common cold — and it’s treated the same too.

Sep 27, 2024 · RSV can cause lower respiratory infections that pose greater risks to older adults. Here's how to know if RSV is getting worse and how to treat it.

May 21, 2024 · Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can be very serious for older adults. Find out how it spreads and how you can protect yourself.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection is now recognised as a significant problem in elderly adults. Epidemiological evidence indicates the impact of RSV in older adults may be similar to nonpandemic influenza, both in the community and in long-term care facilities.