Immunization Technologies: Time to Consider New Preventative Solutions for Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections

• 2023

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• Catherine Weil-Olivier; David Salisbury; José Navarro-Alonso; Chryssoula Tzialla; Yan Zhang; Susanna Esposito
PMID: 37193673DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.1080/21645515.2023.2209000

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This article commentary discusses new ways to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections in infants. It highlights the use of long-acting monoclonal antibodies, like nirsevimab, which offer protection during an infant's first RSV season. These antibodies work like vaccines but are considered passive immunization. It emphasizes the need for updated regulations to include these new methods in national immunization programs and ensure broad access for all infants. It also mentions ongoing research and potential future strategies, such as maternal vaccines, to further protect against RSV infections in young children.

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audience: Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Bundles: Nirsevimab Library

Keywords: Antibodies, Monoclonal; Communicable Diseases; Immunization; Immunization, Passive; Infant; Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections; Vaccines, Synthetic; Immunization Programs; Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Human

Institutions: Paris Cité University; Chatham House; Spanish Association of Vaccinology; Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention; University of Parma; Sapienza Università di Roma; Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin

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