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flag RSV, a common winter virus, can cause severe breathing problems in infants and young children, requiring urgent medical care.

flag Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common winter virus spread by coughs and sneezes, typically causes mild symptoms in adults but can lead to severe respiratory illness in infants and young children under two, including bronchiolitis and pneumonia. flag Symptoms like breathing difficulties, breathing pauses, and bluish skin due to low oxygen may require emergency care. flag The NHS urges parents to seek immediate medical help—calling 999 or visiting A&E—if a child shows signs of severe respiratory distress. flag Some babies may receive a preventive injection to reduce risk, though it does not guarantee protection. flag RSV is especially prevalent in colder months and spreads easily in close settings.

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