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Drew Blankenship

6 Reasons Adults Over 60 Should Ask About the RSV Vaccine

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Adults over 60 face a higher risk of severe RSV illness, especially if they have heart disease, lung disease, or weakened immune systems. A conversation with your healthcare provider can help determine whether the RSV vaccine is right for you. Pexels

RSV sends more than 180,000 seniors to the hospital every year. Despite that, many people 75 and older remain unvaccinated against the virus. Respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV, can be extremely dangerous for seniors, particularly those with underlying health conditions. Most people associate it with children, but it leads to 180,000+ hospitalizations and even some deaths among older Americans. If you’re over 60, here are six important reasons to ask your healthcare provider whether the RSV vaccine is right for you.

1. RSV Can Be Serious for Older Adults

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