A sharp rise in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases has exceeded the average over recent years and placed added strain on health resources including paediatric high dependency units. Senior government officials blame lockdowns during the pandemic for making children more vulnerable, while pollution levels are cited by others as contributing to ill health. Read more
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