Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common virus that spreads easily during the fall and winter. For most older children and adults, RSV causes mild cold-like symptoms, but for babies—especially those under 6 months—it can lead to serious breathing problems and even hospitalization. The good news is that there are now safe and effective ways to help protect your baby from RSV. Expecting parents may receive a vaccine in late pregnancy, and babies can also be protected with a special medicine called Beyfortus.
Learn more below about how these options work and which one may be right for your family.