- RSV is a virus that makes young children sick.
- It is common in cities and rural areas.
- Access to the RSV vaccine all year is important.
- This can help reduce outbreaks.
- Infants are at risk if they get sick.
- Year-round vaccines protect more children.
Difficult words
- virus — A tiny germ that can make people sick.
- outbreak — When many people get sick at the same time.outbreaks
- vaccine — A medicine that helps prevent disease.vaccines
- infants — Very young babies.
- protect — To keep someone safe from harm.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think vaccines are important?
- Have you ever seen someone who was sick?
- How can we stay healthy?
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