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The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

R.S.V. Immunization with The Cribsiders

Jan 31, 2024
Dr. Buddy Creech, Pediatric Infectious Disease at Vanderbilt, talks about RSV immunizations, including eligibility criteria and challenges in finding doses. The discussion covers the importance of RSV immunizations for all age groups, the concept of pre-fusion and post-fusion in relation to the virus's fusion protein, alternatives to Bayfortas, health equity for indigenous populations, and key takeaways such as preventing lower respiratory tract disease.
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Quick takeaways

  • New RSV vaccines target the pre-fusion form of the F protein on the virus, reducing symptom severity and hospitalizations.
  • RSV vaccination efforts may expand to various age groups to reduce the overall burden of disease and protect vulnerable populations.

Deep dives

RSV is a significant risk for both infants and older adults

RSV is a leading cause of medically attended respiratory tract infections in infants and older adults. The disease burden is highest in these age groups, and it is crucial to prevent RSV infections to protect both individuals and those around them.

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