RSV can cause severe disease for babies, this drug could prevent it
RSV is the most common cause of hospitalization in babies, but Sanofi is one of a few companies producing a shot that can help prevent this potentially severe illness. CNN's Meg Tirrell tours one of their facilities.
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EMDR: The Therapy Treatment That Miley Cyrus Says Saved Her Life
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