Doctors say this is typically a time when respiratory viruses start to spread.
The conversation about getting vaccinated against the virus took place, with the help from a famous basketball player -- NBA legend, health advocate, and sideline RSV spokesperson Earvin"Magic" Johnson.
"Very excited. He's one of my favorite players," said Bronx resident Kermit Dingle."You don't realize how tall he is until you're standing next to him," said Cookie, another resident. "I'm going to tell you what saved my life, early detection. If I didn't go, I wouldn't be here 32 years later," said Johnson.
NYC Health says RSV is a common respiratory virus that often causes mild cold like symptoms. Like the flu, RSV is most common in the fall and winter months.
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