Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms in most people, but it is the leading cause of infant hospitalization in the U.S.

Aug 30, 2024 · RSV is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Infants and older adults are more likely to develop severe RSV and need hospitalization. CDC recommends immunizations to protect infants, some young children, and older adults.

Aug 30, 2024 · Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes respiratory illness among persons of all age groups. RSV is one of the most common causes of childhood illness and is the most common cause of hospitalization in infants.

Sep 4, 2024 · Respiratory syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover in a week or two, but RSV can be serious.

Aug 30, 2024 · RSV can spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes, by direct contact with someone who has RSV, or by touching a contaminated surface. In most regions of the United States, RSV season generally starts during the fall and peaks in the winter.

Aug 30, 2024 · RSV usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most RSV infections go away on their own. RSV can be serious for babies, some young children, and older adults. There is no treatment for RSV, but you can manage symptoms with over-the-counter medications.

6 days ago · FDA has approved three vaccines to protect older adults against severe lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD) caused by RSV. Pfizer's RSV vaccine (Abrysvo) was approved in 2023.

May 23, 2024 · NREVSS was created in the 1980s to monitor seasonal trends in respiratory virus activity and was later expanded to include select enteric viruses. Influenza testing data reported to NREVSS is integrated with CDC Influenza Surveillance.

Mar 1, 2024 · This guidance provides practical recommendations and information to help people lower risk from a range of common respiratory viral illnesses, including COVID-19, flu, and RSV.

Aug 30, 2024 · CDC collects RSV laboratory test results performed in the United States using the National Respiratory and Enteric Virus Surveillance System (NREVSS). CDC analyzes data on RSV activity at the national, regional, and state levels.