Dr. Nordhoff to RSV: Vaccination of children and pregnant women in focus

Dr. Nordhoff to RSV: Vaccination of children and pregnant women in focus

Bielefeld

The importance of RSV vaccines for the health of children

The respiratory syncytial virus (RS virus) is a significant danger to the health of small children. Babies and toddlers are particularly affected, who are susceptible to serious respiratory diseases in their first years of life. In an informative interview, Dr. Dennis Nordhoff, a specialist in child and adolescent medicine in the Bethel children's center, on the advantages of RSV vaccination.

DASRSV virus and its effects

The RSV virus is a widespread virus that can cause respiratory diseases in small children. In many cases, the infection is mild, but some children can lead to serious disease courses that make a hospital stay necessary. The risk of the virus is often underestimated, which underlines the importance of education and prevention.

profile of the endangered groups

dr. In his analysis, Nordhoff makes it clear that certain groups of children in particular can benefit from the RSV vaccines. This includes particularly premature babies and children with certain previous illnesses. Through immunization, the risk of severe courses could be significantly reduced, which is advantageous not only for the well -being of the individual child, but also for society.

economic benefits of vaccination

The introduction of an RSV vaccine could also bring considerable economic advantages. Dr. Nordhoff emphasizes that a reduction in the hospitalization rates in the young population not only reduces health costs, but also increases productivity. This prevents failures among parents who have to take care of seriously ill children.

vaccination protection for pregnant women: a necessary discussion

Another important point that Dr. Appeals to Nordhoff, the previously outstanding recommendation of the constant vaccination commission (STIKO) for vaccination pregnant women. He considers this consistent because pregnant women are particularly in need of protection and the virus can also be transferred to their newborns. Early immunization could therefore be a preventive measure to ensure the health of mother and child.

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Overall, the interview with Dr. Nordhoff the urgency of the discussion about RSV vaccines in childhood. Through targeted vaccinations, risks could significantly reduce and the general health of the youngest members of our society could be improved. The social and economic advantages cannot be ignored, and the role of medical specialists is crucial in order to put this need into public awareness.

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