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Use of Nirsevimab for the Prevention of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Disease Among Infants and Young Children: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices - United States, 2023
This article describes the use of nirsevimab, a new drug approved in 2023, to prevent severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease in infants and young …
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Early Estimate of Nirsevimab Effectiveness for Prevention of Respiratory Syncytial Virus-Associated Hospitalization Among Infants Entering Their First Respiratory Syncytial Virus Season - New Vaccine Surveillance Network, October 2023-February 2024
2024
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· Vanderbilt University,
· Seattle Children's Hospital,
· Baylor College of Medicine,
· University of Rochester
This study examines the effectiveness of nirsevimab, a monoclonal antibody, in preventing RSV-related hospitalizations in infants during their first RSV season. Conducted from October 2023 …
What U.S. Obstetricians Need to Know About Respiratory Syncytial Virus
This review article discusses two preventive option for the prevention of RSV in infants: a maternal vaccine and a monoclonal antibody for infants. The FDA …
Infant Feeding Donations in Emergencies
The CDC page discusses guidelines for donating breast milk during emergencies. It emphasizes the importance of safe milk handling to prevent contamination and the spread …
Maternal Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccination and Receipt of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Antibody (Nirsevimab) by Infants Aged <8 Months - United States, April 2024
This article is about a study on RSV vaccination for pregnant women and their babies in the U.S. It describes how RSV is a common …
Nirsevimab Effectiveness Against Medically Attended Respiratory Syncytial Virus Illness and Hospitalization Among Alaska Native Children - Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta Region, Alaska, October 2023-June 2024
This report looks at a study on the effectiveness of nirsevimab in preventing respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) illness and hospitalization among Alaska Native children in …
Blast Injuries: Pediatrics
2009
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
This fact sheet describes how to treat children after a bomb blast. Children have different needs than adults in emergencies. Key points include brain, chest, …
Blast Injuries: Essential Facts
2009
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
This fact sheet describes the effects of bomb blasts and explosions on the human body. Injuries can be unique and severe, often involving multiple penetrating …
Blast Injuries: Prehospital Care
2009
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
This fact sheet describes how prehospital care is crucial during terrorist bombings, which can cause many injuries. It highlights the need for EMS systems to …
Creating Safe Family-Friendly Spaces in Emergency Shelters
This CDC webpage provides guidance on creating safe feeding spaces for infants during emergencies. It emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition and feeding practices in …