OB-GYN group makes vaccine recommendations for the first time
A prominent OB-GYN group announced vaccine recommendations on Wednesday that differ from what the U.S. government advises.
Jun 11, 2026
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Vaccines: News and Research on Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccines
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RSV mutations tied to severe childhood cases uncovered after 2022 surge
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common childhood disease. Most people catch and recover from it by the age of three. 2022 was different, though. There was a severe and early outbreak of RSV that overwhelmed hospitals.
May 26, 2026
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Australia's RSV immunization program cuts newborn hospitalizations by almost half
Australia's new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunization program cut hospital admissions for Australia's youngest babies by almost half in its first year, a new major national study has shown.
May 15, 2026
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UK study finds no added benefit of surfactant treatment for babies with severe bronchiolitis
A major UK-led clinical trial has found that a treatment commonly used to help premature babies breathe offers no benefit for infants on life support with severe bronchiolitis—a seasonal viral illness that hospitalizes thousands ...
Mar 23, 2026
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Ama launches independent vaccine review after CDC criticism
Two major medical groups will begin reviewing vaccine safety and effectiveness after major changes at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have raised alarms among experts.
Feb 12, 2026
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Most would recommend RSV immunizations for older and pregnant people, survey finds
Amid a surprisingly severe flu season and a COVID-19 resurgence, those highly contagious respiratory illnesses are drawing the largest share of media coverage and public attention. But it is also the season for another respiratory ...
Jan 21, 2026
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Federal officials scale back childhood vaccination schedule in historic move
A decision by federal officials to scale back the number of vaccines recommended for children surprised some Northeastern University public health experts, who warn the move could confuse parents and increase the risk of ...
Jan 19, 2026
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Protecting infants from RSV: Expert explains safety, efficacy of preventive treatments
The recent safety review of two approved RSV preventive treatments for infants initiated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is unusual and could have unintended consequences for public trust and child health, pediatric ...
Dec 19, 2025
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Single dose RSV vaccine protection found to wane over 18 months
Research led by the Veterans Affairs Portland Health Care System in Portland, Oregon, found that a single dose of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine reduced RSV infections and RSV-related emergency visits, hospitalizations, ...
One shot of RSV vaccine found effective against hospitalization in older adults for two seasons
One shot of an RSV vaccine protects adults aged 60 or older from RSV-associated hospitalization and critical illness during two consecutive RSV seasons, according to a study published in JAMA by the IVY Network research group.
Aug 30, 2025
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