Predicting the RSV Surge: Pediatric RSV Patterns of the COVID Pandemic

Sidney Zven*, Madeline Dorr, Allison M.W. Malloy, Apryl Susi, Cade M. Nylund, Elizabeth Hisle-Gorman

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Historically, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection trends have been predictable. The COVID-19 pandemic and associated precautions impacted RSV disease patterns. RSV infection trends during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic may have predicted the 2022 surge in pediatric RSV infections. A continued emphasis on increased viral testing will allow for early recognition and preparation for future public health crises.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)E349-E351
JournalPediatric Infectious Disease Journal
Volume42
Issue number9
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Sep 2023

Keywords

  • COVID
  • pediatrics
  • RSV
  • viral testing

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