Off-Season RSV Episodes in Adults and Children Linked to Racial, Ethnic Disparities
Off-season RSV episodes were more common among certain demographic groups and pediatric patients with high-risk conditions.
Research published in Open Forum Infectious Diseases found that off-season respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) episodes occur across the United States and may be more common among certain demographic groups and pediatric patients with congenital or chronic conditions.
- Researchers conducted a study to identify characteristics of in-season (December-February) and off-season (June-August) RSV episodes.
- Patients included in the analysis were adults and children who were diagnosed with RSV infection in the pre-COVID-19 era (2017-2020).
- Data were captured on patient demographic and baseline clinical characteristics, as well as comorbidities associated with increased risk for severe disease.
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Author summary: RSV episodes occur year-round, affecting certain groups more.
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