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Respiratory syncytial virus in children: epidemiology and clinical impact post-COVID-19

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) remains a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. RSV seasonality was disrupted by COVID-19-associated nonpharmaceutical interventions (NPIs). We review RSV seasonality, molecular epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and community awareness to inform future prevention strategies. 

Citation:
Rice E, Oakes DB, Holland C, Moore HC, Blyth CC. Respiratory syncytial virus in children: epidemiology and clinical impact post-COVID-19. Current opinion in infectious diseases. 2023;36(6):522-8.  

Keywords:
Covid-9; epidemiology; molecular epidemiology; Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection; RSV; genetics

Abstract:
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) remains a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. RSV seasonality was disrupted by COVID-19-associated nonpharmaceutical interventions (NPIs). We review RSV seasonality, molecular epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and community awareness to inform future prevention strategies.