Brits issued 12-hour warning by doctor as cases of virus spike

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What you need to know about RSV symptoms amid a spike in cases

A doctor has issued an urgent 12-hour warning amid a spike in cases of a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) across the UK. RSV is a common cause of coughs and colds but can lead to severe complications in some people.

An update from the UK Health Security Agency (UKSA) revealed that cases of RSV increased in the most recent week recorded (November 24 to 30). Hospitalisations also increased in that period.

On top of this, emergency department attendances for acute bronchiolitis have increased. Bronchiolitis is an inflammation of the bronchioles and is often caused by RSV.

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