The Risks are Real: Emily Kryger, PharmD, BCGP

Dr. Emily Kryger, owner of PharmRecs LLC and a board certified geriatric pharmacist, discusses the impact that respiratory diseases have had on the population she cares for — and how vaccines have helped protect against severe illness.

Last Updated 11/25/2025

The Risks are Real: Paola German, DNP, FNP-C, PHN

Paola German, a family nurse practitioner at the UCI Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing, discussed how respiratory illnesses can quickly turn from mild to serious without the help of vaccines.

Last Updated 11/10/2025

RSV | Older Adult | Vaccines

RSV Vaccines Explained: Answers for Adults 50+

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus. In many people, it causes cold-like symptoms, including cough, sore throat, fatigue, runny nose, and headache. However, for adults ages 50 and older, RSV can be far more serious. It can cause more severe illnesses such as pneumonia, bronchiolitis (an infection of the lungs), congestive heart failure, or worsening of asthma or COPD symptoms. Adults who get very sick from RSV may need to be hospitalized — and severe RSV can be life threatening.

Last Updated 11/07/2025

RSV | Older Adult | Vaccines

RSV Risk in Adults: Ages 50 and Older

Most people think of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) as a childhood illness, but the same virus can seriously affect adults, too. In fact, RSV rivals the flu in both the severity of illness and cost to older adults. Adults ages 75 and older are at the highest risk of severe RSV illness. Adults ages 50-74 can also be vulnerable, especially if they have chronic health conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, or heart disease. These factors can increase the likelihood of severe RSV illness or hospitalization.

Last Updated 11/07/2025

RSV | Vaccines

Fast Facts: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that causes a cold-like disease. But unlike the common cold, RSV is highly contagious and can become dangerous, with infants, young children, and adults 50 years and older at highest risk for severe illness.

Last Updated 11/04/2025

FAQ: Respiratory Vaccine Appointments for Patients 50+

Respiratory season is here, and depending on your age and health status, it may be recommended for you to get vaccinations for flu, COVID-19, RSV, or pneumococcal infection. The below FAQ can serve as a starting place as you make your vaccine appointments and take steps to stay healthy.

Last Updated 10/17/2025

Coverage, Access, and ACIP Recommendations: What Consumers Should Know about Respiratory Vaccines Heading into Fall

Last Updated 10/15/2025

Recent changes to recommendations for respiratory vaccines have left patients and providers with pressing questions about vaccine access and coverage. Following its most recent meeting in September, the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended COVID-19 vaccines for those 6 months and older based on “individual decision-making.” This change in recommendation illuminated the need for stakeholders to have clarity on the impact of ACIP recommendations on respiratory vaccine insurance coverage.

CVEEP hosted a timely discussion on this topic as experts in healthcare coverage, public health, and vaccine policy broke down the relationship between ACIP recommendations and coverage among different types of insurance plans, what to expect at your vaccination appointments this year, and how to advocate for yourself as a patient seeking fall vaccines.

Vaccines | Infectious Respiratory Diseases

Posters: Life Doesn’t Paws When You’re Sick

Vaccines against respiratory illnesses can help you stay on the ball.

Last Updated 10/14/2025

Infectious Respiratory Diseases | Vaccines

Healthy Holidays Start Now: Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones

The holiday season is a time for gathering with family and friends, but it’s also the time of year when flu, COVID-19, pneumococcal disease, and RSV spread most easily. Don’t let “sick season” ruin your holiday season. Getting vaccinated is a simple step that helps protect you from serious illness, so you don’t miss out on memories that make the holidays special.

Last Updated 10/14/2025

Vaccines | COVID-19 | Flu | Pneumococcal Disease | RSV

Your Fall Vaccine Visit: What to Expect and How to Prepare

During respiratory season, recommended vaccines are especially important, particularly among individuals aged 50 and older, to protect against serious illness caused by respiratory diseases such as flu, COVID-19, pneumococcal disease, and RSV. Getting vaccinated this fall is one of the simplest ways to stay healthy and protect the people around you.

Last Updated 10/14/2025