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"New Trio of Vaccines: Updated COVID Shots for Flu, RSV, and More"

Updated COVID-19 vaccines are expected to be approved soon, alongside flu shots, to help prevent a potential "tripledemic" of flu, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), and COVID-19. The new COVID-19 shots target the omicron descendant XBB.1.5 and are expected to offer crossover protection against other coronavirus variants. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone aged 6 months and older, with three specific shots recommended for seniors. RSV vaccines for older adults and pregnant women are also rolling out, and a new injection of lab-made antibodies is available to protect babies from RSV.

via syracuse.com|

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"Fall Vaccines: Trio of Updated COVID Shots on the Way"

Updated COVID-19 vaccines are expected to be approved within days, just in time for the flu season. These updated shots target the omicron descendant named XBB.1.5 and are expected to offer crossover protection against other coronavirus variants. Health officials are optimistic about their effectiveness, but it will depend on the emergence of new mutants. In addition to COVID-19 shots, the CDC recommends getting a yearly flu shot, especially for high-risk groups. The CDC is also rolling out the first vaccines for RSV, a respiratory virus that can be severe for certain groups. There is a new RSV vaccine for adults and pregnant women, and an injection of lab-made antibodies to protect babies from RSV.

via AL.com|

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