BMC Med March 2023 PMID 37004034

Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under 5 years, 2010-2018.

Bryan O Nyawanda, Nickson Murunga, Nancy A Otieno, Godfrey Bigogo, Joyce U Nyiro, Elisabeth Vodicka, Marc Bulterys, D James Nokes, Patrick K Munywoki, Gideon O Emukule

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The overall sentiment reflects strong agreement and high interest, with posts emphasizing the substantial RSV burden in Kenyan children and the importance of developing maternal vaccines and monoclonal antibodies. The tone suggests a recognition of the study's potential to inform health strategies, using phrases like 'substantial disease burden' and 'could help reduce this burden,' indicating a thoughtful engagement with the research's implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the significance of the study’s findings, emphasizing the high burden of RSV and the potential benefits of vaccines and monoclonal antibodies.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate strong interest by highlighting implications for public health interventions and the importance of the data, indicating engagement with the subject matter.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts delve into the potential for vaccine development and policy impacts, showing a moderate depth of discussion beyond simple acknowledgment.

ImpactHigh impact

Discussions reflect an understanding of the study’s importance, referencing global health strategies and the need for intervention, suggesting notable influence on health policy considerations.

Abstract in brief

  • RSV is a major cause of viral pneumonia in children, highlighting the need to understand its impact on health and mortality for effective intervention development.
  • Data from Kenya (2010-2018) estimates that among children under 5, RSV causes significant outpatient and hospitalization rates, with specific figures for both serious and non-serious respiratory illnesses.
  • The findings indicate a notable burden of RSV in young infants, particularly those under 6 months, with thousands of estimated deaths both in and out of hospital settings.

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New: @Otee2 et al find a substantial disease burden in Kenya due to #RSV infection. Development & use of maternal #vaccines and affordable long-lasting monoclonal antibodies could help reduce this burden: https://t.co/bpGqw1mt8r @PATHtweets @KEMRI_Wellcome @CDCKenya @markjit

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RT @BMCMedicine: New: @Otee2 et al find a substantial disease burden in Kenya due to #RSV infection. Development & use of maternal #vaccine…

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New from #wellcometrust https://t.co/DXrLxsL8Mx Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under 5 years, 2010-2018.

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Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under 5 years, 2010-2018 https://t.co/m7Y5yIuXff

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Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under 5 years, 2010-2018 https://t.co/LmNJ5Ol3SQ

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Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under ... https://t.co/vVLVKdjZSs Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is among the leading childhood causes of viral pneumonia worldwide. Establishing RSV-associated morbidity and ...

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Europe PMC articles
@EuropePMC · X

New from #wellcometrust https://t.co/DXrLxsL8Mx Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under 5 years, 2010-2018.

Apr 5, 2023 · 1,554 followers View post →
Bongani Mayosi Health Sciences Library (BMHSL)
@uct_bmhsl · X

RT @BMCMedicine: New: @Otee2 et al find a substantial disease burden in Kenya due to #RSV infection. Development & use of maternal #vaccine…

Apr 3, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,598 followers View post →
BMC Medicine
@BMCMedicine · X

New: @Otee2 et al find a substantial disease burden in Kenya due to #RSV infection. Development & use of maternal #vaccines and affordable long-lasting monoclonal antibodies could help reduce this burden: https://t.co/bpGqw1mt8r @PATHtweets @KEMRI_Wellcome @CDCKenya @markjit

Apr 3, 2023 · 10 likes · 2 shares · 9,190 followers View post →
PositiveLiving
@TheAsthmaCures · X

Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under ... https://t.co/vVLVKdjZSs Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is among the leading childhood causes of viral pneumonia worldwide. Establishing RSV-associated morbidity and ...

Apr 2, 2023 · 179 followers View post →
RSV news
@RSVnews · X

Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under 5 years, 2010-2018 https://t.co/m7Y5yIuXff

Apr 2, 2023 · 794 followers View post →
Phage Papers
@Phage_Papers · X

Estimates of the national burden of respiratory syncytial virus in Kenyan children aged under 5 years, 2010-2018 https://t.co/LmNJ5Ol3SQ

Apr 2, 2023 · 646 followers View post →