Respiratory virus season looms, officials warn
The arrival of cooler weather and people gathering indoors can lead to the increased spread of COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (or RSV), officials said Thursday. Oregon hospitals were overwhelmed in 2022 from a surge of RSV cases coupled with rises in COVID-19 and influenza.
Oregon faces measles, pertussis outbreaks ahead of respiratory virus season
The Oregon Health Authority urges residents to stay up to date on vaccinations, as RSV season is difficult to forecast.
Health experts urge vaccinations as respiratory virus season begins
As the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season gets under way, statewide infectious disease experts urge everyone in Oregon to Risk Less. Do More. in alignment with a U.S. Department of Health
Respiratory syncytial virus vaccination in older adults
Most people experience mild RSV reinfections throughout their lifetime, particularly during respiratory virus season (November to March in Canada). People are at higher risk if they are older than 75 years or if they have comorbid conditions (e.
Oregon public health officials urge care and vaccinations as respiratory illness season looms
Oregon public health officials are asking Oregonians to take steps to protect themselves and others from the slew of respiratory illnesses likely to emerge again this winter. COVID-19 is not the only culprit – other respiratory illnesses include influenza and respiratory syncytial virus,
OHA urging vaccinations, good habits as respiratory virus season approaches
Oregon health officials want to make sure everyone is safe and protected this respiratory virus season with vaccinations and considerate behavior.
Oregonians urged to get vaccinated for respiratory virus season
The Oregon Health Authority and public health officials said a winter, fall surge of COVID-19 and the flu are likely.
GSK's Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine Given Together With Shingles Shot Shows Non-Inferior Immune Response In Older Adults
GSK released data from a Phase 3 trial evaluating the co-administration of Arexvy and Shingrix vaccines in adults 50+. The ...
Health officials recommend Stanislaus County residents get respiratory virus vaccinations
We are stronger when we are all protected against respiratory diseases,” said Dr. Tomas Aragon, public health officer for ...
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus
(RSV) is a common cause of lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) and is responsible for a high burden of hospital admission and mortality in children. RSV–LRTI is also associated with long-term ...
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Plugged ears persist after catching a respiratory virus abroad
Most people notice this when air pressure changes rapidly, such as when a plane ascends or descends. This happens because the pressurization of the cabin isn't perfect, and the ear pressure is higher ...
NDHHS to host public event discussing respiratory illness prevention efforts
North Dakota Health & Human Services (HHS) will hold an event Monday in Fargo where doctors will discuss the organization's ...
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Respiratory syncytial virus vaccination strategies for older Canadian adults: a cost–utility analysis
Background: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines could reduce disease burden and costs in older Canadian adults, but vaccination program cost-effectiveness is unknown. We evaluated the ...
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Upper Missouri District Health Unit urges respiratory immunizations
UMDHU is encouraging you to choose to be immunized against respiratory infections. Depending on your age and health factors, these could include influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and ...
Act now: Get your shots for respiratory infections
The Upper Missouri District Health Unit (UMDHU) is urging people to get immunizations against respiratory infections.