Episode 423
New Vaccine For RSV
Long awaited vaccine for life threatening respiratory virus could be around the corner.
Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · The Naked Scientists
November 9, 20155m 2s
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Show Notes
Respiratory syncytial virus or RSV is a virus of the respiratory system that infects people of all ages during the winter causing colds, however in infants and young children it can lead to much more severe illnesses like pneumonia. Despite it's huge global impact we still don't have a vaccine for RSV and Dr Ruth Karron from John Hopkins University explains why to Chris Smith. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Topics
vaccinerespiratory syncytial viruspneumonia