Premature babies to be immunised against winter virus
Premature babies to be immunised against winter virus
From late September, 9,000 babies and vulnerable infants in the UK will have a long-lasting injection.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article is mostly accurate, with the key claim about immunizing babies against RSV supported by multiple sources. The article presents information in a straightforward manner with minimal observable bias. However, the exact number of babies to be immunized may vary slightly across sources.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: From late September, 9,000 babies and vulnerable infants in the UK will have a long-lasting injection.
- Verification Source #2: Thousands of premature babies in the UK can now be protected against a common winter virus.
- Verification Source #1: Premature babies to be immunised against winter virus
- Assessment: Mostly supported. The claim that babies will be immunized is supported, but the exact number '9,000' is not explicitly verified across all sources, though 'thousands' is mentioned. The 'late September' timeframe aligns with the start of the winter virus season.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Source 2: Thousands of premature babies in the UK can now be protected against a common winter virus which can cause a dangerous lung infection.