Pediatric society stands by recommendation on immunization of Inuit infants

Nunavut’s health minister suggests that the Canadian Paediatric Society is considering rescinding a recommendation that would help prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in Inuit infants (“To save Nunavut lives, immunize, expert says,” March 7, 2011).

The CPS does indeed review all its position statements on a regular basis to ensure they reflect the most recent evidence in the medical literature.

When new information is available, we revise our positions as necessary.

At present, the Canadian Paediatric Society continues to recommend that consideration be given to administering RSV prophylaxis to all full-term Inuit infants younger than six months of age at the onset of the RSV season in northern remote communities (for example, children who require air transportation to hospital facilities).
 
Marie Adèle Davis
Executive Director
Canadian Paediatric Society
Ottawa


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