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.
Researchers conducted a study to identify characteristics of in-season (December-February) and off-season (June-August) RSV episodes in adults and children diagnosed with RSV infection from 2017-2020.
- Patients included in the analysis were adults and children.
- Data were captured on patient demographic and baseline clinical characteristics.
- Comorbidities associated with increased risk for severe disease were also considered.
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.
Author's summary: RSV episodes occur year-round with disparities.
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