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Characterisation of respiratory syncytial virus activity in children and adults presenting with acute respiratory illness at primary care clinics in Singapore, 2014-2018.

Li Wei AngTze Minn MakLin CuiYee Sin LeoVernon Jian Ming LeeRaymond Tzer-Pin Lin
Published in: Influenza and other respiratory viruses (2020)
Respiratory syncytial virus was more frequently detected among the two age groups that have been recommended for influenza vaccination; persons ≥65 years of age and children 6 months to <5 years of age. Characterisation of RSV activity in the community helps to better inform public health policies for effective prevention and control interventions.
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