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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.
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.
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.
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. Infants and older adults are more likely to develop severe RSV and need hospitalization.
RSV vaccine can prevent lower respiratory tract disease caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). RSV is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. RSV can cause illness in people of all ages but may be especially serious for infants and older adults.
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.
CDC recommends adults ages 60–74 who are at increased risk of severe RSV disease get an RSV vaccine. If you have already gotten an RSV vaccine, you do not need to get another one at this time. You can get one at any time, but the best time to get vaccinated is in late summer and early fall.
RSV can be dangerous for infants and some young children. RSV is the leading cause of infant hospitalization in the U.S. Immunizations can protect babies from getting very sick from RSV.
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.
Overview. RSV can be dangerous for certain adults. Each year, an estimated 100,000–160,000 adults ages 60 and older in the United States are hospitalized due to RSV. Adults at highest risk for severe RSV disease include: Adults ages 75 and older. Adults with chronic heart or lung disease.