Respiratory syncytial virus is common but it can be dangerous for some infants and young kids. Here's everything parents need ...

Why RSV cases are so high right now. It’s still early in the season, but doctors at children’s hospitals around the country are concerned by the increased infections they are seeing.

Among the viruses circulating most are COVID-19, flu and RSV. So far this season, the CDC estimates, ... 310,000 ...

Almost all children catch RSV at some point before they turn 2, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.Most adults who catch it have a mild illness; for those who are elderly or ...

RSV affects adults and children, causing runny nose, coughing, sneezing, and fever. In infants and older adults, RSV can sometimes lead to severe infections like bronchiolitis (inflammation of the ...

Flu, RSV and the common cold: What to know about winter viruses and kids While RSV may appear as a common cold in adults, children and babies are more at risk for severe disease. Here's everything ...

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is highly contagious among babies and children. Here, doctors explain what symptoms to look for and how RSV is treated. 8 Common Symptoms of RSV in Kids That ...

Cases of RSV among kids are driving up hospitalizations at two children's hospitals in Boston, leading to capacity issues and delaying non-emergency procedures for some patients.

In September, an 8-month-old baby came into Dr. Juanita Mora's office in Chicago with an infection the doctor hadn't expected to see for another two months: RSV.

“RSV can be super dangerous for some young infants and younger kids, particularly those that are less than 2 years of age,” Soni said. Mora said labored breathing is a sign that a child is ...

When it comes to RSV, parents should be especially cautious if their children are preemies, newborns, children with weakened immune systems or neuromuscular disorders, and those under age 2 with ...