Dramatic dip in baby hospitalizations for RSV linked to vaccine and treatment
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The dramatic reduction in infant RSV hospitalizations is a groundbreaking public health achievement. The new preventive measures have decreased hospitalization rates and reduced the severity of cases requiring emergency care. The successful implementation of these vaccines could lead to even greater reductions in future seasons, potentially saving thousands of infants from serious illness and complications.
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