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Respiratory syncytial virus: seasonal data for regions of Florida and implications for palivizumab.(Original Article)
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Southern Medical Journal
- Article date:
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July 1, 2007
- Author:
- Bauman, Jay; Eggleston, Mark; Oquist, Niki; Malinoski, Frank
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Background: The aims of this study are to define the length of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season throughout Florida and evaluate the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines on the administration of palivizumab in light of the Florida data.
Methods: We retrospectively analyzed four seasons of monthly RSV surveillance data housed on the Florida Department of Health website for regional trends in RSV outbreaks.
Results: RSV circulated year round in Florida, with December being the peak month for RSV activity statewide. Regional virology data showed consistent patterns throughout the observation period, and all regions experienced widespread RSV activity ...