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Vaccination Could Prevent 222,000 RSV Cases in U.S.
10/31/2025
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Story summary
- An IDWeek 2025 study estimates that modest increases in vaccination could avert over 222,000 RSV cases and 20,000 hospitalizations.
- The United States has recommended RSV vaccination for adults aged 75 and older since mid-2024.
- Uptake remains low in the United States compared with Scotland where vaccination rates are higher.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines advise a single dose of approved RSV vaccines for vulnerable adults.
