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Youngest children most susceptible to RSV, pediatrician warns as Jacksonville-area hospitalizations rise

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Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover in a week or two, but RSV can be serious, especially for children under the age of two and older adults. Symptoms of RSV include runny nose, decreased appetite, coughing, sneezing, fever and wheezing.

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Jacksonville Journal-Courier

Youngest children most susceptible to RSV, pediatrician warns as Jacksonville-area hospitalizations rise

Hospitalizations for RSV cases are increasing, a pediatrician at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital said. Dr. Hasan Othman urged parents to monitor their children for signs of the virus. In children under the age of 2, the only symptoms may be irritability, decreased activity, and breathing difficulties.

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