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Get vaccinated with TRICARE: RSV immunizations offer protection for high-risk individuals
December 27, 2024 — Respiratory syncytial virus is a common but potentially dangerous respiratory illness. Immunizations are available to protect TRICARE beneficiaries who are considered high risk from RSV infection. These immunizations help protect older adults and newborns, who face higher risks from respiratory illness... MORE

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Protect yourself from respiratory illness this winter
January 24, 2023 — Fevers and sniffles and coughs -- oh my! Viruses like COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, are more common during the winter months. These viruses can cause severe illness in some people, so it’s important to know what to do if you feel under the weather... MORE

Nation seeing increase in Respiratory Syncytial Virus
November 23, 2022 — The nation is seeing an increase in Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, and flu resulting in a surge in emergency visits and hospitalization, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention... MORE

What you should know about RSV: symptoms, prevention, care
November 9, 2022 — You may have heard of a virus called respiratory syncytial virus, also known as RSV. TRICARE encourages you to be familiar with the signs of RSV and see your health care provider if you think you or a family member has RSV... MORE

What you should know about RSV
July 31, 2021 — Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, infections are on the rise locally and nationally. RSV is a common respiratory virus that typically causes mild “cold-like” symptoms in adults and older children. ... MORE