But many people who might benefit from the shot dont know it exists.
The vaccine offers protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Close to 40% said they were not interested in getting it.
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Why Are Older Adults At Risk for Severe RSV?
RSV is common and usually causes only mild, cold-like symptoms.
But it can be serious in both older adults and infants.
Treatments for RSV include over-the-counter medications and staying hydrated, and most people recover in a week or two.
That’s why a preventive vaccine matters.
The vaccines are covered byMedicare Part D, the prescription benefit portion of Medicare.
GSK’s vaccine was also linked to 10 cases of atrial fibrillation.
Both vaccines were more than 80% effectivein clinical trials to test them.
The companies that make the RSV vaccines are doing education efforts of their own, including TV commercials.
We expect to keep up the momentum after the start of RSV season."
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.RSV surveillance and research.
