Goldsboro Pediatrics, P.A.

12/05/2025

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunization nirsevimab is 80% effective against intensive care unit (ICU) admission, according to a new study. RSV is a leading cause of ICU admission for infants. Researchers set out to look at how well nirsevimab can protect them. The study, "Nirsevimab Effectiveness Against Intensive Care Unit Admission for Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Infants — 24 States, December 2024–April 2025," used data from patients younger than 1 year admitted to one of 27 pediatric ICUs from Dec. 1, 2024, to April 15, 2025. The authors compared 457 infants with a positive RSV test to 302 infants with respiratory symptoms who tested negative for RSV. About 14% of those who tested positive had received nirsevimab compared to 45% of those who tested negative. Nirsevimab was 80% effective against RSV-associated ICU admission. Effectiveness was higher at 7-59 days (86%) than at 60-183 days (66%). The immunization also was 83% effective against acute respiratory failure. Learn more in AAP News:

The AAP recommends RSV immunization with nirsevimab or clesrovimab for infants under 8 months of age born during or entering their first RSV season if their pregnant parent was not vaccinated during that pregnancy.

12/04/2025

The extra excitement and busy holiday season can bring added stress. Keep routines consistent and talk with your kids about how they're feeling.

12/03/2025

12/02/2025

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) can be serious for infants. Ask us about the RSV shot available for babies and high-risk children this season.

11/26/2025

Thanksgiving Day, November 27 is also National Family Health History Day! Use the holiday gathering to talk about your family's health background – it helps the care team at Goldsboro Pediatrics guide your child's care.

11/25/2025

Carry hand sanitizer when you're on the go – especially during shopping trips or school events. Germs spread easily in crowded places.

11/24/2025

Enjoy the treats, but balance sweets with nutritious meals. Offer fruits, veggies and water to keep your child feeling good during the holidays.

11/20/2025

Cold vs. Flu: Both cause coughs and sniffles – but the flu usually hits harder and faster. If your child has a high fever and body aches, call us for advice on whether they need a flu test.

11/20/2025

Potentially Harsh Flu Season Anticipated In US

The New York Times (11/19) reports the US “may be headed for a rough flu season, with a virus that causes more severe symptoms than the one last year and seems to be spreading more rapidly and earlier than usual.” CDC researchers on Friday “posted data suggesting that flu infections are still low but rising in 39 states.” Notably, “the dominant flu virus this year, H3N2, is known to cause more severe symptoms than the H1N1 virus that was most common last year. And over the summer, H3N2 acquired at least seven mutations that allow it to sidestep immunity against infection.”

AAP News: Rare neurological flu complication strikes at least 109 children, causes 21 deaths

Send a message to learn more