Free RSV vaccine reduces severe disease in children, adults

Summary: Dr. Maria Boulton discusses RSV protection on ABC Radio Brisbane. In Queensland, 30,000 RSV cases were reported last year, with a third in children under two. A free vaccine for children reduces severe disease risk by 83% and hospitalization risk by 94%. Adults over 60 face increased RSV risks, with 19 hospitalized in Queensland. The vaccine costs around $200. ATAGI recommends it for over-60s, especially those over 75.

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