Happy fall to our wonderful CMC families!
Starting October 1st, we will be offering Beyfortus, the RSV monoclonal antibody, in clinic. Here is what you need to know:
- RSV monoclonal antibody treatment is highly effective in preventing RSV-associated hospitalization in infants.
- Monoclonal antibodies are not vaccines. They do not activate the immune system. Rather, the antibodies themselves protect against disease.
- A baby is protected with RSV antibody if a mother receives RSV vaccine during pregnancy, at least 2 weeks prior to delivery.
- If a mother did NOT receive an RSV vaccine OR if the vaccine was given less than 2 weeks prior to delivery, then treatment with RSV monoclonal antibody is recommended for the baby.
- For healthy babies, RSV monoclonal antibody can only be given up to 8 months of age.
If you have a baby less than 8 months that qualifies for this treatment, you can either log on to MyChart and self-schedule a “sick visit” with your regular doctor, or you can call and speak with our triage team to schedule. These appointments will not be scheduled as nurse visits.
Of note, if you have an upcoming well check appointment with your doctor before your infant turns 8 months old, you will be given the option to get the RSV monoclonal antibody at your well check appointment, and you do not need a separate visit.
Happy fall to our wonderful CMC families!
Starting October 1st, we will be offering Beyfortus, the RSV monoclonal antibody, in clinic. Here is what you need to know:
- RSV monoclonal antibody treatment is highly effective in preventing RSV-associated hospitalization in infants.
- Monoclonal antibodies are not vaccines. They do not activate the immune system. Rather, the antibodies themselves protect against disease.
- A baby is protected with RSV antibody if a mother receives RSV vaccine during pregnancy, at least 2 weeks prior to delivery.
- If a mother did NOT receive an RSV vaccine OR if the vaccine was given less than 2 weeks prior to delivery, then treatment with RSV monoclonal antibody is recommended for the baby.
- For healthy babies, RSV monoclonal antibody can only be given up to 8 months of age.
If you have a baby less than 8 months that qualifies for this treatment, you can either log on to MyChart and self-schedule a “sick visit” with your regular doctor, or you can call and speak with our triage team to schedule. These appointments will not be scheduled as nurse visits.
Of note, if you have an upcoming well check appointment with your doctor before your infant turns 8 months old, you will be given the option to get the RSV monoclonal antibody at your well check appointment, and you do not need a separate visit.
Starting October 1st, we will be offering Beyfortus, the RSV monoclonal antibody, in clinic. Here is what you need to know:
- RSV monoclonal antibody treatment is highly effective in preventing RSV-associated hospitalization in infants.
- Monoclonal antibodies are not vaccines. They do not activate the immune system. Rather, the antibodies themselves protect against disease.
- A baby is protected with RSV antibody if a mother receives RSV vaccine during pregnancy, at least 2 weeks prior to delivery.
- If a mother did NOT receive an RSV vaccine OR if the vaccine was given less than 2 weeks prior to delivery, then treatment with RSV monoclonal antibody is recommended for the baby.
- For healthy babies, RSV monoclonal antibody can only be given up to 8 months of age.
If you have a baby less than 8 months that qualifies for this treatment, you can either log on to MyChart and self-schedule a “sick visit” with your regular doctor, or you can call and speak with our triage team to schedule. These appointments will not be scheduled as nurse visits.
Of note, if you have an upcoming well check appointment with your doctor before your infant turns 8 months old, you will be given the option to get the RSV monoclonal antibody at your well check appointment, and you do not need a separate visit.
Happy fall to our wonderful CMC families!
Starting October 1st, we will be offering Beyfortus, the RSV monoclonal antibody, in clinic. Here is what you need to know:
- RSV monoclonal antibody treatment is highly effective in preventing RSV-associated hospitalization in infants.
- Monoclonal antibodies are not vaccines. They do not activate the immune system. Rather, the antibodies themselves protect against disease.
- A baby is protected with RSV antibody if a mother receives RSV vaccine during pregnancy, at least 2 weeks prior to delivery.
- If a mother did NOT receive an RSV vaccine OR if the vaccine was given less than 2 weeks prior to delivery, then treatment with RSV monoclonal antibody is recommended for the baby.
- For healthy babies, RSV monoclonal antibody can only be given up to 8 months of age.
If you have a baby less than 8 months that qualifies for this treatment, you can either log on to MyChart and self-schedule a “sick visit” with your regular doctor, or you can call and speak with our triage team to schedule. These appointments will not be scheduled as nurse visits.
Of note, if you have an upcoming well check appointment with your doctor before your infant turns 8 months old, you will be given the option to get the RSV monoclonal antibody at your well check appointment, and you do not need a separate visit.