Shifting tides: increased severity despite fewer visits for infant respiratory infections across two consecutive

Alessandra C F Ferrari1, Andrea Scaramuzza2, Giulia Chiopris1

  • 1Pediatrics, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale di Cremona, Cremona, Italy.

BMJ Paediatrics Open
|September 12, 2025
PubMed

Insights

Infant respiratory infections became more severe post-pandemic, with fewer visits but higher intensive care needs. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) re-emerged as a dominant pathogen, indicating a need for continued surveillance.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Post-pandemic pediatric respiratory infections present unique challenges.
  • Understanding seasonal trends is crucial for resource allocation and patient care.

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