Protect older adults from RSV

RSV CAN IMPACT OLDER ADULTS, INCLUDING THOSE WITH CERTAIN COMORBIDITIES. FORTUNATELY, VACCINATION IS AVAILABLE TO HELP PROTECT OLDER ADULTS FROM RSV.1

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Consider these three useful tips to ensure your patients receive their RSV vaccination:

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IDENTIFY

Recognize which of your patients are at risk for severe RSV infection

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INFORM

Help older adult patients get the information they need about RSV

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COMMUNICATE

Start the conversation with older adult patients about getting an RSV vaccination

RSV=respiratory syncytial virus.

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If an older adult patient is receiving an influenza vaccination, talk to them about why an RSV vaccination may also be appropriate

Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Dr. Len Friedland discuss key strategies for honest communication with patients about getting vaccinated

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Reference:

1. RSV in older adults and adults with chronic medical conditions. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Accessed August 22, 2023. https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/high-risk/older-adults.html