Einstein began giving the bronchiolitis vaccine to pregnant women

The catalog of vaccines available at the Albert Einstein Goiânia Hospital in Israel now includes the first vaccine approved in Brazil against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which causes diseases such as bronchiolitis. Data released by the Notifications Committee of the Goiás State Department of Health (SES-GO) indicate that as of October 17, 6,044 hospitalizations due to severe acute respiratory syndrome (SRAG) were recorded. Among these, there were more than two thousand children up to two years old.

The vaccine is only available in private clinics, and is recommended for pregnant women between weeks 24 to 36 of pregnancy. With immunization, the antibodies generated by the mother are able to transfer to the baby across the placenta and protect him during the first months of life, explains pediatric intensive care physician Quisila Battista Neiva, Pediatric Coordinator at Einstein Goiania Hospital.

“Transplacental transfer of neutralizing antibodies is well documented, and studies suggest that high levels of maternal antibodies can significantly reduce the risk of RSV infection in the first months of a baby’s life,” says Quisella.

Moreover, vaccinating pregnant women also protects the mother herself, avoiding the risk of developing serious forms of respiratory disease. Evidence suggests that respiratory syncytial virus infection during pregnancy may increase the risk of preterm birth and other adverse outcomes. “This strategy has shown promising results in reducing complications associated with respiratory syncytial virus, benefiting both newborns and pregnant women,” he adds.

Dosage

According to pediatrician Alfredo Elias Giglio, coordinator of the Einstein Immunization Clinic, the vaccine is given in a single dose of 0.5 ml during the second or third trimester of pregnancy, generally between 24 and 36 weeks. Alfredo explains that any accompanying diseases in a pregnant woman do not prevent the vaccine from being administered, except in cases of risk of premature birth. He adds: “Since this vaccine is not produced from a live, attenuated virus, it is safe during pregnancy. But it must be applied under medical recommendation.”

comfort

The RSV vaccine can be given in a pregnant woman's home. Albert Einstein Israelita Hospital offers the “Einstein to You” service, which provides ambulatory care, such as exams, vaccinations and other procedures, directly at home or at the patient's preferred location. This initiative takes into account the quality and safety of the services Einstein provides to the population.

To receive assistance from Einsteins À Você (EVA), you must access the website https://www.einstein.br/einsteinatevoce/goiania, call the phone number that appears on the page and make an appointment. Business hours are Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is no service on Sundays and holidays.