Question 1

I’ve been reading a lot about Enterovirus D68. What is it?

Mike Ouellette · Accepted Answer

This is a rare strain of a common virus, which for unknown reasons has become very active now. The virus is related to the common cold. It is not a new strain of virus and has caused significant respiratory illness specifically with children. There have been no reports of illness in adults related to the D68 Enterovirus.

Question 2

I’ve been reading a lot about Enterovirus D68. What is it?

Mike Ouellette · Accepted Answer

This is a rare strain of a common virus, which for unknown reasons has become very active now. The virus is related to the common cold. It is not a new strain of virus and has caused significant respiratory illness specifically with children. There have been no reports of illness in adults related to the D68 Enterovirus.