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The risks of RSV as a diabetes patient

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk. Medically reviewed in October 2024 by Megan Burke, MD.

Updated on October 23, 2024

People with diabetes are at higher risk for more severe complications when it comes to RSV. Tammie shares her story.

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