RSV Hospitalizations Decline in Central Illinois
An analysis by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a reduction in RSV hospitalization rates among infants and young children during the recent RSV season.
Impact of New Vaccines and Treatments
Health experts attribute this decline to the introduction of new vaccines and antibody therapies that enhance protection for the youngest and most vulnerable.
Kelsey Grimes, pediatrician at OSF HealthCare, stated, “But we have seen a drastic decrease in hospitalizations and ICU stays, which is usually when kids get the increased work of breathing and need oxygen and support.”
RSV and Its Risks
RSV remains one of the leading causes of hospitalizations for infants and young children in the U.S. It can cause severe respiratory illness, particularly in babies and children with underlying health conditions.
Preventative Measures
- A maternal vaccine administered to pregnant women between 32 and 36 weeks aims to pass antibodies to their babies before birth.
- A monoclonal antibody injection is available for infants up to seven months old and some high-risk children up to 19 months old.
“These preventative options don’t stop RSV completely,” explained Grimes.
Statistical Trends
The CDC reports a 28% to 43% drop in RSV hospitalizations among infants compared to pre-pandemic RSV seasons.
Author’s summary: New vaccines and antibody treatments have significantly lowered RSV hospitalizations among infants, improving protection during the respiratory virus season.
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