RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) (What is RSV?)

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common airway virus affecting both adults and children. The virus has been around for centuries, but recently there has been a spike in cases. Preventing RSV is easy if we follow a few simple rules. RSV can cause serious disease in vulnerable individuals, and because there is still no specific treatment, the best form of management is avoidance of infection. In this video we look at respiratory syncytial virus, how it is spread, its symptoms, its treatment, its prevention and who is vulnerable.