he health department A six-month immunization campaign against the coronavirus has begun in the Ebro region. respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) to avoid bronchiolitis.to eblerland health district, the campaign will include the immunization of approximately 500 children at the Eblenz primary care centre. RSV immunity also affects Primary Care Center (CAP) For all swims, dates are between April and September 2023 and at the end of the day. hospital center Maternity leave is not covered for all days between October this year and March 2024.
RSV is a highly contagious virus that can be transmitted into infected nasopharyngeal secretions or saliva, and nine out of 10 babies will become infected within two years of birth. It is estimated that 70% of all types of bronchiolitis and 25% of pneumonia in children are caused by RSV, and these symptoms tend to be more severe in the first few months of life, especially in premature babies.
The dose given to children was Nirsevimab, a monoclonal drug that has been shown to have a high safety profile and is 80% effective in preventing RSV infection. Keep in mind that Nirsevimab is not a vaccine but an anti-inflammatory drug, a protein produced by the immune system to help fight disease, and is given as a single intramuscular dose.
Health departments are incorporating this immunization into Systematic vaccination plan Flu vaccination for children aged 6 to 59 months will begin in a few weeks in July, and Catalonia is a global pioneer with one of the most complete vaccination programmes.
Cristina Sanz, Deputy Director of Primary Care at Terres de l’Ebre explains: ““This exercise is important because RSV causes most bronchitis and pneumonia.”. Sanz emphasized that “The boost in immunity lasts for five months, but it is therefore important that antiquities are easily managed at the beginning of the campaign, when the virus appears and starts to cause bronchiolitis. ”
Sonia Ponce, pediatric nurse and director of the pediatric line, encourages all families to participate in this event. “It’s so important that peers consider getting involved. Thanks to immunity and families working together, we can help reduce the impact of this infection, which can have serious consequences.” Dr. Ponce emphasized.Furthermore, Asenyala believes “Nirsevimab provides protection nearly throughout the season of RSV transmission. “In addition, both vaccines can be given at the same time, and side effects are rare and rare. “
Families can make an appointment with a reference nurse at citasalut.gencat.cat, by phone or in person at a primary health centre. Tanmateix, will review cases of non-vaccination and families will be contacted to facilitate their entry into the system and the ability to be immunized.