RSV season may have already begun, CDC warns, with early activity in the Southeast
An increase in the Southeast of respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV, may be an early sign of the start of the respiratory virus season.
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Disease or Syndrome: Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
Medical news and research articles
Most infants with RSV-related critical illness born at term
Most infants requiring intensive care for respiratory syncytial virus are born at term, and do not have underlying medical conditions, according to a study published online Aug. 15 in JAMA Network Open.
Aug 16, 2023
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Study finds most infants receiving ICU-level care for RSV had no underlying medical condition
Most infants admitted to the intensive care or high acuity unit for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections during fall 2022 were previously healthy and born at term, according to a new study reported in JAMA Network ...
Aug 15, 2023
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Consumer Health: Questions about breastfeeding
The American Academy of Pediatrics has affirmed its recommendation and advocacy for breastfeeding, stating, "Research has shown that breastfeeding is linked to decreased rates of lower respiratory tract infections, severe ...
Aug 4, 2023
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The long-awaited RSV vaccine
Two vaccines to protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are now available for those over age 60, but a vaccine to protect young children is still in development. "The Long-Awaited RSV Vaccine" provides an update ...
Jul 21, 2023
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Study shows maternal diet could reduce childhood asthma risk
New research from QIMR Berghofer has shown that a high-fiber diet in breastfeeding mothers could potentially protect infants from serious respiratory conditions such as asthma.
Jul 19, 2023
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RSV is a serious health threat, but the public knows little about it
As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) determines whether to approve a vaccine against RSV for adults 60 and older, a new survey from the Annenberg Public Policy Center finds that the American public is ill-informed ...
Jun 21, 2023
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Handwashing during 'normal times' can reduce burden of respiratory disease
Handwashing with soap can reduce cases of acute respiratory infection (ARI) in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) by as much as 17%, according to a review published in The Lancet.
Apr 28, 2023
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RSV cases surging earlier than in previous years
Cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are usually at their worst during the winter months. This year, however, has seen a marked increase of cases in the summer, leading to overcrowding in hospitals throughout the United ...
Dec 1, 2022
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Yes, adults can get RSV and it can be severe
Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a respiratory virus that is a common cause of lower respiratory illness and is most recognized for causing annual epidemics that lead to an increase in hospitalizations of children ...
Nov 4, 2022
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