RSV Surge Poses Threat to Infants; Vaccination Urged for Vulnerable Groups

A surge in respiratory syncytial virus is hospitalizing more infants across the U.S., prompting health officials to urge vaccination for vulnerable groups to combat the infection.

• The current outbreak of respiratory syncytial virus is causing a rise in hospitalizations among infants, particularly during the onset of the fall-and-winter respiratory virus season.
• Health officials recommend a vaccine for high-risk groups, including pregnant women and seniors, to protect themselves and infants from severe infection and related complications.
• As respiratory syncytial virus spreads, there is heightened concern for infants developing bronchiolitis or pneumonia, conditions that can severely impact their respiratory system.