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Non-polio enteroviruses are very common. They cause about 10 to 15 million infections and tens of thousands of hospitalizations each year in the United States. Most people who get infected with these viruses do not get sick or they only have mild illness, like the common cold. But some people can have serious complications, especially infants and people with weakened immune systems...
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About Non-Polio Enteroviruses
Describes the viruses, how they spread, symptoms, prevention, treatment… -
Pregnancy & Non-Polio Enterovirus Infection
Explains the risk of non-polio enterovirus infection to pregnant women… -
Outbreaks & Surveillance
Information about the times of the year that non-polio enteroviruses commonly cause infections and outbreaks... -
For Health Care Professionals
Information about laboratory diagnosis… -
Laboratory Testing
Information about laboratory tests and protocols, specimen collection, storage, and shipping… -
Resources & References
Links to surveillance systems and scientific articles…
Enterovirus D68
In 2014, the United States experienced a nationwide outbreak of enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) associated with severe respiratory illness.
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- Page last reviewed: June 10, 2016
- Page last updated: June 10, 2016
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