Kids' Respiratory Virus Season Off and Running(Page 2) For people most at risk of RSV infection, there is some protection available in the form of an antibody to the virus that is given monthly along with the antiviral drug ribavirin, Katz said. "Good surveillance data enhance this effort by providing an early and reliable alert system for likely exposures," he said. "Armed with this information, pediatricians can make optimal use of the antibody against RSV. This is a clear case where forewarned is forearmed." More information To learn more about respiratory syncytial virus, visit the CDC. Related Links
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