Be RSV Aware
- Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a highly contagious infection of the airways and lungs.
- It spreads easily, especially between siblings and family members, and is a leading cause of hospital admissions in babies under six months old.
- RSV can also cause serious complications in some adults aged 60 years or older.
Learn more about RSV in:
BABIES OLDER ADULTS
WHAT IS RSV?
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common infection that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover within a week or two by resting at home. But it can also cause serious illness, most often in young babies as well as older people, especially those with other health issues.
Find out who is most at risk
