Rescue for babies endangered: vaccine against RSV is missing in the north!

Rescue for babies endangered: vaccine against RSV is missing in the north!

In the past few days, the vaccinations against the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) have stalled in Schleswig-Holstein and other northern German federal states. This is due to the manufacturer's delivery bottlenecks, which already affect many pediatricians in the Region. According to a spokesman for the Schleswig-Holstein pharmacy chamber, the supply is anything but stable, which leads to serious concerns among the specialist circles.

The permanent vaccination commission (STIKO) has strongly recommended vaccination against RSV, especially for newborns and infants. Vaccination is intended to help prevent severe respiratory diseases that can arise from the virus in small children. These diseases range from mild symptoms to serious complications that make a hospital stay necessary or even fatal in some tragic cases.

important vaccination recommendation

Especially in the autumn season, when RSV typically occurs most frequently, this vaccination is of great importance. Medical specialists warn of a wave of RSV infections that could put a strain on the health systems. The lack of vaccination could mean that many children who depend on this vaccination have no access to it.

This situation triggers concern in the medical profession and among parents. The health authorities try to fix the problems with vaccine supply as quickly as possible, but it turns out that the delivery difficulties are persistent. Many parents wonder how they can protect their children if the vaccinations required are not available.

It remains to be seen how long these bottlenecks will last. Experts recommend that the parents stay informed and to contact their pediatricians if you have any questions. As part of this discussion, the role of the health authorities and the vaccine manufacturers who are required to find solutions quickly to maintain the vaccination campaign and to secure the public health.

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