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RSV Vaccine Approved, Now Waiting on Pharmac | Auckland News
Medsafe just approved Beyfortus, a groundbreaking RSV vaccine for newborns and young kids that could slash hospitalizations by up to 80%—but now the real race is on Pharmac to fund it before next winter. With RSV hitting babies hard and straining hospitals, pediatricians are desperate for prevention. While Beyfortus is already approved in 40+ countries including Australia, Pharmac’s decision could make or break its impact. They’re already funding one RSV preventative and reviewing two others—including one for pregnant moms—to protect babies from birth. The clock is ticking: April is the…
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