Respiratory syncytial virus kills 100,000 under-fives every year
by Andrew Gregory Health editor from on (#5ZEAY)
The acute lower respiratory infection has surged after Covid restrictions eased, experts say
Respiratory syncytial virus is killing 100,000 children under the age of five every year worldwide, new figures reveal as experts say the global easing of coronavirus restrictions is causing a surge in cases.
RSV is the most common cause of acute lower respiratory infection in young children. It spreads easily via coughing and sneezing. There is no vaccine or specific treatment.
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