CDC Updates RSV Vaccine Guidance for Older Adults
New recommendations prioritize RSV vaccinations for those 75 and older, with conditional advice for high-risk individuals aged 60 to 74.
- The CDC now strongly recommends RSV vaccinations for all adults aged 75 and older.
- Adults aged 60 to 74 should receive the vaccine only if they have high-risk conditions.
- The decision follows concerns over vaccine efficacy and potential side effects like Guillain-Barre syndrome.
- Moderna, GSK, and Pfizer see varied impacts on market share and stock performance following the updated guidance.
- The CDC's updated guidelines aim to simplify vaccination decisions for healthcare providers and patients.