Virology, Emerging Diseases & vaccines

Respiratory viral diseases

Recently one of the most common viral infections are the respiratory tract infections. Respiratory tract infections are including with the infection of sinuses, throat, airways or lungs. The respiratory tract infections (RTI) are generally classified in two subdivisions as Upper Respiratory tract infections(URTI) and Lower Respiratory tract infections (LRTI). The viruses which are associated with respiratory disorders these are adenovirus, parainfluenza virus, respiratory syncytial virus, coronavirus, Coxsackie virus, human metapneumovirus.While there is no specific antiviral treatment for RSV, supportive care, such as oxygen therapy and fluid management, is used to treat severe cases. Preventive measures, including the use of monoclonal antibodies, are available for high-risk infants. he emergence of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, has brought global attention to respiratory viral diseases. COVID-19 can lead to a wide range of symptoms, from mild respiratory symptoms to severe pneumonia, ARDS, and multi-organ failure. The virus primarily spreads through respiratory droplets and can cause significant outbreaks in communities, leading to widespread illness and death. Efforts to control COVID-19 have included public health measures such as social distancing, mask-wearing, and widespread testing. Vaccines developed for COVID-19, including mRNA-based vaccines, have proven to be effective in reducing severe disease and transmission.