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Pediatric Update4 min readPublished 2026-08-14Medically reviewed by Dr. H. Ukpeh

The new RSV season: what actually changed for families

Immunisation options for infants have shifted. Here is a plain-language summary of what is now offered in Ontario and who benefits most.

Source: Canadian Paediatric Society

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