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Protecting yourself from RSV when you’re 60 or older

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What older adults should know about RSV infections
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What older adults should know about RSV infections

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes tens of thousands of hospitalizations among older Americans every year.

Risks

Health conditions that put you at risk for severe RSV
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Health conditions that put you at risk for severe RSV

Conditions that affect the heart, lungs, and immune system can increase a person’s risk of severe illness.

What people with heart disease should know about RSV
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What people with heart disease should know about RSV

Being infected by the respiratory syncytial virus raises the risk of severe illness and complications.

The risks of RSV as a diabetes patient
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The risks of RSV as a diabetes patient

People with diabetes are at higher risk for more severe complications when it comes to RSV.

How RSV affects higher-risk patients
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How RSV affects higher-risk patients

There are steps you can take to protect yourself when it comes to RSV.

The impact of RSV on high-risk patients
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The impact of RSV on high-risk patients

Older adults and people with chornic illnesses are at higher risk when it comes to RSV.

The risks of RSV as a lung disease patient
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The risks of RSV as a lung disease patient

Bob discusses the risks of getting RSV while having chronic lung disease.

Prevention

What adults can do to protect themselves against RSV
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What adults can do to protect themselves against RSV

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can be life-threatening for older adults and people with chronic health conditions.

What vaccinations are important for older adults?
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What vaccinations are important for older adults?

Learn about vaccines that can help prevent serious illness in adults ages 50 and older.

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