Beyfortus (nirsevimab-alip) is a monoclonal antibody shot that effectively protects babies from RSV but there is a great deal of confusion and misinformation about what it is and how it works.

It is not a vaccine. Here is a clear explanation and a review of the evidence for parents.

Immunization is the most effective way to mitigate the severity of flu infection, but there are many misconceptions about the flu vaccine.

Polio is a virus that can cause a range of symptoms, from very mild to extremely severe. When severe, it can lead to paralysis. Since immunization against polio, the disease has been eradicated in the US (in 1979)… until now. There are two different vaccines that protect against polio.