Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is similar to the common cold, but it's more dangerous for children and vulnerable adults.
Parents are being urged to be on the lookout for symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus as case numbers are soaring amongst children.
Wales Online reports that although the bug is mild for most people, it still leads to around 450,000 GP appointments, 29,000 hospital admissions and 83 deaths a year in children and adolescents in the UK. "Initial symptoms in infants are similar to a cold but can go on to include breathing more quickly or noisily and having difficulties feeding. If your baby has a cold that is getting worse, or it is causing unusual breathing or problems feeding, call NHS 111 or contact your GP practice.
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