RSV and Infants – When It’s More Than Just a Cold

About this episode

This episode discusses RSV in infants with Dr. Cora Constantinescu, focusing on risks, prevention, and vaccine developments.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs Inspired Breathing, hosts Lori and Trent have a conversation with Dr. Cora Constantinescu, pediatrician and infectious disease physician at Alberta Children’s Hospital. With RSV making headlines and spreading more widely each season, Dr. Constantinescu helps us unpack what this virus means for infants, who is most at risk, and what families can do to protect their little ones. From prevention strategies for pregnant individuals to the role of antibody therapies and the latest vaccine developments, Dr. Constantinescu brings clarity, compassion, and science to a topic on the minds of many caregivers. Whether you’re a parent, health professional, or someone who cares about community wellness, this conversation offers timely, evidence-based insights into one of the most pressing respiratory threats facing infants today. This episode is sponsored by Sanofi Canada. About Dr. Cora ConstantinescuDr. Cora Constantinescu is a Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist at Alberta Children’s Hospital and a leading advocate for vaccine confidence. With a focus on preventing serious illness in children and building public trust in immunization, she works at the…

People in this episode

Hosts: Lori, Trent

Guest: Dr. Cora Constantinescu

Topics covered

• RSV
• infants
• pediatric health
• vaccine development
• community wellness

Keywords

• RSV
• infants
• pediatrician
• vaccine
• antibody therapies
• public health
• community wellness

Sponsors

Sanofi Canada

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Alberta Children’s Hospital

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