UAE, Nov. 6 -- Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common seasonal illness that causes respiratory issues in infants worldwide. Hospitals often face high pressure due to the volume of young children requiring care and treatment for breathing difficulties, which is a primary concern for their families.

Dr. Markus Knuf, Head of the Children's Hospital in Worms, Germany, and Paediatric Infectious Disease Consultant at the University of Mainz, emphasised that enhanced awareness, preventive action, and early intervention have proven to be remarkably effective in Germany. He added that through these concerted measures, the country achieved an 80 per cent reduction in RSV-related hospital admissions compared to the previous season, which sta...