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CDC advisory panel opts for a go-slow approach on expanding usage of RSV vaccines

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Makers of RSV vaccines for older adults saw their plans to try to expand usage hit a significant hurdle on Wednesday, when an expert committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines recommended changes that will likely see fewer older adults qualify for insurance coverage for these products.

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Are COVID vaccines still free?

The Checkup by Singlecare

During the COVID-19 pandemic, broad immunization was key, so the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided funding for free vaccines. That means people had to rely on their insurance plan for coverage. That means people had to rely on their insurance plan for coverage.

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: Rite Aid files for bankruptcy; Alzheimer’s brain scans get broader Medicare coverage

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Two new immunizations promise to protect babies from respiratory syncytial virus – if people can find them , CNBC says. Providers are scrambling to offer a Pfizer vaccine, Abrysvo, to pregnant patients and a Sanofi monoclonal antibody, Beyfortus, to babies. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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Pharmacists Can Help Patients Access RSV Vaccines

Pharmacy Times

Providing immunization coadministration and assisting with insurance coverage are strategies to improve access.

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How much does Arexvy cost without insurance?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Arexvy is a single-dose vaccine recommended for the prevention of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in adults 60 years and older. Because the vaccines are so new, there are no generic alternatives, and the cost of Arexvy without insurance is around $636. However, most people can receive insurance coverage for Arexvy.

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FDA approves first drug to prevent Type 1 diabetes

The Checkup by Singlecare

It’s considered an autoimmune disease because the immune system attacks the beta cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. Tzield works by binding to certain immune system cells and preventing them from attacking the beta cells in the pancreas, while also increasing cells that can help moderate the immune response.

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Abrysvo vs. Arexvy: Differences, similarities & side effects

The Checkup by Singlecare

In response to this health concern, two brand-name vaccines, Arexvy and Abrysvo, have recently become available as preventive measures. They work by stimulating the body’s immune response to defend against RSV. These vaccines are designed for adults over the age of 60, a demographic vulnerable to severe RSV infections.