RSV Guides
What parents need to know about RSV
Symptoms
RSV symptoms in infants: what to watch for
The full progression from mild cold to bronchiolitis — what's normal and what's a warning sign.
Triage
When to take your baby to the ER for RSV
The specific signs that mean "go now" — breathing, color, oxygen, and hydration.
Protection
Nirsevimab (Beyfortus): the RSV shot for infants
What it is, why it's not a vaccine, who it's for, when to get it, and what to expect.
Protection
Maternal RSV vaccine (Abrysvo) in pregnancy
The 32–36 week window, how it protects your newborn, and how it fits with Beyfortus.
Diagnosis
RSV vs. the common cold vs. flu: how to tell them apart
Same runny nose, different risks. What distinguishes RSV and when it matters.
Recovery
How long does RSV last?
Typical timeline, what peaks when, and what to watch for during recovery.
Home Care
Home care for RSV: what actually helps
Saline, suctioning, humidity, positioning, and the things that don't help (and when to stop home care).
Adults 60+
RSV in older adults: what's different
Why RSV is seriously underestimated in adults 60+, and what the new vaccines change.