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Beneficial influence of breastfeeding on Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)-associated acute lower respiratory infections in children – a systematic literature review

Posted on 04 April 2023
The Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) poses a significant risk of serious infection in children worldwide, in particular in children in low-income and middle-income countries. However, previous studies indicated that breastfeeding could be a protective factor as it strengthens the immune system and protects against other serious childhood infections. A current systematic review summarises the available evidence on breastfeeding and its effects on acute lower respiratory infections which are associated with RSV. Breastfeeding is officially…
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The impact of childhood RSV infection on children’s and parents’ quality of life

Posted on 03 March 2022
A Spanish study explored the loss of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in children younger than two years after a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection. Results showed an HRQoL loss of 38%, 32% and 9% during the first, second and third week after the diagnosis and a median cost of ~€600 per treated child. This type of socioeconomic evaluation could help prioritise the development of an RSV vaccine. The Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a…
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