Description

RSV vaccine for adults has recently become available and can protect against severe disease or death from one of the main causes of upper respiratory infections. HIV patients are asking if they should receive the vaccine. This question is discussed by Dr. Steven Fine. Related Content:

• Respiratory syncytial virus in adults with severe acute respiratory illness in a high HIV prevalence setting: DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jinf.2017.06.007
• Immunizations for Adults with HIV: https://www.hivguidelines.org/guideline/hiv-immunizations/?mycollection=hiv-care.
• CDC: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccine VIS: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/rsv.html#:~:text=CDC%20recommends%20a%20single%20dose,most%20of%20the%20United%20States.
• Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV) in Older aAdults and Adults with Chronic Medical Conditions: https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/high-risk/older-adults.html
• Adult Immunization Schedule by Age: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/hcp/imz/adult.html
• CEI Clinician toll free line for NYS providers: 866- 637-2342
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