Written By: Kinkini Gupta | Published : August 18, 2023, 7:07 PM
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Common diseases like influenza and RSV diseases has really taken a toll on the US people in recent years. As a result, the country is bracing for another wave which usually happens during fall and winter. But, this time they are better equipped. Here is all you need to know about the vaccines that will keep you protected in case their is a break out.
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According to CDC, the new booster dose is designed to target the XBB lineage of the Omicron variant. Experts say that this new vaccine has been updated in order to also be effective against the COVID EG.5 variant.
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The booster dose is to hit the markets of US in September. The best step to take before getting this booster is to consult your doctor first.
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Two RSV vaccines have been approved by the US regulators. According to CDC's recommendation, all infants under the age of 8 months and toddlers up to age 19 months are to be given a new preventive monoclonal antibody treatment.
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Older adults can get this vaccine as soon as it is available. The CDC recommends that infants should be give this within one week of birth only if they are born shortly before or during RSV season.
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CDC states that, the RSV vaccine can be taken with any other vaccine however, they do not have any evidence regarding how it might interact with the new COVID booster.
