Influenza (commonly known as the flu) and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) are both highly contagious viral infections that affect the respiratory system. However, there are significant differences between the two. The flu is caused by influenza viruses and is notorious for causing seasonal epidemics globally, leading to severe illness and even death in high-risk populations. On the other hand, RSV primarily affects infants and young children, causing bronchiolitis, pneumonia and severe respiratory illness. While both ...
