by rapidly identifying RSV infection, health professionals can implement appropriate infection control measures while limiting unnecessary testing and antibiotic treatment. Diagnosis is impossible ...
Currently, COVID-19 and flu vaccines are available at participating local pharmacies and some primary care providers ...
What is this silent virus that endangers Filipino Seniors with comorbidities? Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is not just another cold or flu—it is potentially life- threatening for ...
A nasal swab, or a sample collected by inserting a saltwater solution into the nose and gently suctioning it out, may be used to test for RSV. If needed, lung function testing may be performed, such ...
AstraZeneca presented significant advancements in the prevention of infectious diseases at IDWeek 2024, showcasing its ...
Rapid antigen test kits for COVID-19 are no longer available for public distribution at the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit ...
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common, highly contagious illness that affects the nose, throat, and lungs. Although RSV usually causes mild illness with cold-like symptoms, the infection can ...
It’s that time of year when contagious respiratory viruses, such as influenza (flu), COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus ...
New real-world data suggests that seniors who get the RSV vaccine have an 80% lower odds for severe illness It's yet another reason to get immunized ahead of another RSV season Widespread immunization ...
Rylie Zhang ’28 called Health Services after testing positive for COVID-19. While she expected an answer to her question ...