Cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) have exploded across the country, leaving some affected children in intensive care and hospitals forced to expand capacity. Video / NZ HeraldCases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) have exploded across the country, leaving some affected children in intensive care and hospitals forced to expand capacity. Here are five things we know about respiratory syncytial virus. It's not newDespite a winter surge that's swamped hospitals, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) isn't at all new to New Zealand. People at highest risk for severe symptoms include premature babies, young children with congenital heart or chronic lung disease, young children and adults with compromised immune systems, as well as older adults, especially those with underlying heart or lung disease.

Source: New Zealand Herald July 08, 2021 00:00 UTC