How serious is RSV?
A. Most people with RSV suffer moderate to severe cold-like symptoms. But in some cases, RSV can be more serious. It is estimated that the annual infant death rate due to RSV is 10 times greater than that of the flu, with up to 400 infant deaths from RSV each year in the U.S. Preemies and babies born with a heart or lung condition are at higher risk for severe RSV disease, which could lead to hospitalization or serious lung infections like pneumonia and bronchiolitis.
