Originally Posted by rogerk (Post 2257666)

I’m seriously considering getting the RSV vaccination, not just for myself but for the grandkids! Almost lost one to RSV last winter.

Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2257380)

Ok, that question is legitimate enough to warrant a serious answer.

I've been retired 8 years and have not yet looked into the new RSV vaccine, although I believe it is a traditional viral vaccine, unlike COVID. Also, the apparent discovery/infection of adults with RSV is new to me----it has historically been considered a disease of infants and newborns. Personally, I haven't decided whether or not to get this vaccine---but as I already advised everyone else, I'm going to discuss it with my physician, who will be up to date on it.

No, physicians don't "take classes" on every new vaccine or medication. Usually reading the product insert is adequate. There is a publication call "The Medical Letter" that generally does a short review of new meds and vaccines. Beyond that, most of us subscribe to either PubMed or Up to Date----2 professional medical sites that are extremely valuable (not the lay person versions).

Could you get different advice from 2 doctors? Of course---there is an old joke that put 10 doctors in a room and you'll get 10 different opinions, especially with something new. But most vaccines and new drugs are pretty thoroughly tested before they gain FDA approval---no, they're not always 100%, especially when there is an urgent need and they rush something through, but in general they do a good job.

As this develops I'll probably look at the incidence and prevalence of RSV in the over 65 population, and try as best I can to determine if it's for real or just hype.

Originally Posted by Velvet (Post 2257184)

Anybody got this vaccine? I am thinking about it.

Originally Posted by Velvet (Post 2257184)

Anybody got this vaccine? I am thinking about it.

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2257196)

Yes, had similar affects as with a flu shot. Sore arm and a little achey the day after.

It's ok to take with the flu shot if you don't mind both arms being sore.

Best to talk to your Doc first, as with any vaccine, there have been a few adverse affects reported.

Should You Get the New RSV Vaccine? > News > Yale Medicine

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2257616)

Do you take antibiotics?

Originally Posted by threeonemiles@outlook.com (Post 2257714)

Antibiotics have been extensively tested. Vaccines not so much.

Originally Posted by threeonemiles@outlook.com (Post 2257709)

Think about not getting it.

Originally Posted by Andyb (Post 2257530)

Anybody catching a cold? Colds seem to have disappeared?

Originally Posted by threeonemiles@outlook.com (Post 2257714)

Antibiotics have been extensively tested. Vaccines not so much.

Originally Posted by PugMom (Post 2257727)

thank you for a very interesting thread. lots of info, with intelligent comments & Eagle's humor makes it all fall into place. question: do we need to have the shot each year? OBB states she did not need the booster in her experience. do they (Dr's) check titer levels?

Originally Posted by PugMom (Post 2257727)

thank you for a very interesting thread. lots of info, with intelligent comments & Eagle's humor makes it all fall into place. question: do we need to have the shot each year? OBB states she did not need the booster in her experience. do they (Dr's) check titer levels?

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2257748)

Really? 90% off people who take antibiotics get better. But 80% of people who don't get antibotics get better. A vaccine would never be released with that performance.

Ever heard of antibiotic resistance? Multi drug resistance? Sepsis?

Any idea what damage antibiotics do to your physiology and gut microbiome when taken unnecessary?