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Is RSV Highly Contagious to the Elderly? A Comprehensive Guide

According to the CDC, older adults are at increased risk for severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease, with tens of thousands of hospitalizations annually in the US. This poses a critical question: is RSV highly contagious to the elderly, and what does this heightened risk mean for their health and safety?

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Why are people over 80 not offered the RSV vaccine? (A Correction)

RSV causes thousands of hospitalizations and deaths in older adults each year, highlighting the critical need for protection. Contrary to a persistent misconception, people over 80 are not only offered, but strongly recommended, to receive the RSV vaccine by health authorities like the CDC.

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What are the complications of RSV in the elderly?

According to the CDC, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) leads to approximately 60,000–160,000 hospitalizations and thousands of deaths among adults over 65 each year. This makes understanding what are the complications of RSV in the elderly a critical topic for senior health and safety. While often seen as a childhood illness, RSV can pose a significant and often underestimated risk to older adults, particularly those with underlying health conditions.

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