How to keep your child at a safe distance from winter viruses

Some 90% of children under two children are infected by RSV which can lead to a respiratory infection. Asking people not to kiss your baby is a first line of defence 

A cute baby boy with a doctor's hand holding a stethoscope to his chest

Broadcaster Síle Seoige is urging parents of young babies not to be “people-pleasers” — and to be upfront about asking visitors not to kiss their infants.

The Connemara native’s advice comes just as RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) season kicks off.