PARAINFLUENZA

Human Parainfluenza Viruses (HPIV) are respiratory viruses that infect the lungs, breathing passages, and cause cold-like symptoms.

Parainfluenza viruses are different than influenza viruses and usually circulate in the spring, summer, and fall. HPIV usually only causes mild respiratory symptoms, but may cause more serious complications such as croup, bronchiolitis, bronchitis, or pneumonia. Although human parainfluenza viruses most commonly cause respiratory illnesses in infants and young children, anyone can get HPIV.

• CDC Information
• Fact Sheet
• Parainfluenza in Schools and Childcare
• How to Clean and Disinfect Schools and Childcare
• Handwashing: A Family Activity

• Laboratories participating in the WVHIN shall report laboratory evidence of acute infection through electronic laboratory reporting.
• Fact Sheet on Parainfluenza in Long-Term Care Facilities
• Cover Your Cough Poster

• National HIPV Surveillance