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RSV Antibody Treatment Effective For Babies

Researchers led by Seyed Moghadas reported on May 1 that the antibody treatment nirsevimab reduces respiratory syncytial virus risks in infants during the 2023-2024 season across five countries.
Researchers analyzed combined data from 27 studies involving 36,949 infants born to mothers in several European countries and the United States, finding that the treatment’s effectiveness against RSV differed depending on the country.
Nirsevimab decreased the likelihood of hospitalization by 83%, intensive care unit admissions by 81%, and cases of respiratory infections affecting the lower airways by 75% in infants under one year old, offering greater protection for those older than three months.
In the U.S., 93% of treated infants avoided hospitalization despite limited antibody supply and prioritization of high-risk babies, while racial disparities showed lower immunization rates for some groups.
These results demonstrate that nirsevimab effectively lowers RSV impact and related healthcare demands, emphasizing the value of protecting newborns through both early-life antibody treatments and maternal vaccination strategies.

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