Maine hospitals and pediatrician’s offices are treating high numbers of children infected with RSV, a common respiratory virus that tends to cause more severe illness in infants and young children.

RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is widespread across the United States, driving a surge in infections earlier than the typical midwinter peak.

Here is a link to RSV information from HealthyChildren.org to help keep your family safe and healthy:

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/Pages/RSV-When-Its-More-Than-Just-a-Cold.aspx