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This research aims to explore how wastewater can be used to monitor the spread of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in communities.

March 19, 2026Environmental Science Water Research & Technology0 citations

Understanding Transmission and Infections of Respiratory Syncytial Virus through Wastewater-Based Epidemiology †

KEKatherine B. Ensor JPJose Palacio SKSallie Keller

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This research aims to explore how wastewater can be used to monitor the spread of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in communities.
Utilized wastewater samples to measure viral loads of RSV
Analyzed community circulation patterns related to RSV
Assessed the effectiveness of WBE in tracking respiratory infections
Detected varying levels of RSV in wastewater samples over time
Demonstrated a correlation between wastewater viral load and reported RSV infections
Confirmed that WBE can serve as an early warning system for RSV outbreaks

Abstract

Wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) is an effective tool for tracking community circulation of respiratory viruses. We address a scientific gap that takes measured wastewater viral load of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)...

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