Protect your patients at increased risk from severe RSV1
FORTUNATELY, VACCINATION IS AVAILABLE TO HELP PROTECT CERTAIN ADULTS FROM RSV.1
CDC recommends a single dose of RSV vaccination for adults aged 75 years and older and adults 50-74 years of age who are at increased risk for severe RSV.2
Despite the risks, many patients remain unvaccinated against RSV.3
Consider these 3 useful tips to ensure your patients receive their RSV vaccination:
IDENTIFY
Review vaccination history and health factors to determine which of your patients are at risk for severe RSV infection.
INFORM
Emphasize the potential dangers of severe RSV, including pneumonia and exacerbation of other serious health conditions.1
COMMUNICATE
Reinforce the need for protection against RSV and support your recommendation by helping patients schedule vaccination during their visit.
RSV=respiratory syncytial virus.
Maximizing Vaccination Opportunities
If an older adult patient is receiving an influenza vaccination, talk to them about why an RSV vaccination may also be appropriate
References:
1. Respiratory syncytial virus infection (RSV). RSV in adults. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Accessed July 9, 2025. https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/adults/index.html 2. Respiratory syncytial virus infection (RSV). RSV vaccine guidance for adults. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Accessed July 10, 2025. https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/hcp/vaccineclinical-guidance/adults.html 3. RSVVaxView. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccinations administered in pharmacies and physician medical offices, adults, United States. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Accessed April 23, 2025. https://www.cdc.gov/rsvvaxview/dashboard/adult-vaccinations-administered.html
