Parents and caregivers in Louth are being encouraged to familiarise themselves with the symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) as the highest numbers of infections are usually reported in December and January every year. RSV is a common virus that causes coughs and colds and may cause infection in the lower part of the respiratory system. These are known as lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs).
A recent online survey was funded and conducted by Sanofi among 500 adults who are either currently pregnant or who have children under the age of four in Ireland to understand their level of awareness and knowledge of RSV. The survey results revealed that just over half (51%) of Irish parents had heard of RSV and understand the risk it poses to infants and babies, but almost 1 in 5…