Overview: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in Children
If you are a parent to an infant or young child, you may have seen or heard of scary headlines or videos on social media about the dangers of RSV in babies and small children. But what is it, how common is it, and do you really need to worry?
It is important for parents of little ones and those with certain underlying conditions to understand the risks of RSV and the steps they can take to prevent it—as well as what to look out for and how to care for their child should they become infected.