Connecticut RSV Activity This Week
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Track current RSV hospitalization activity in Connecticut with weekly CDC surveillance data. This page shows Connecticut's RSV admission rate, how it compares to the national average and nearby states, and whether activity is trending up or down. Data is sourced from the CDC's HHS Protect hospital reporting system.
Key Takeaways
- 1 RSV hospitalization activity in Connecticut is currently moderate, with 2.7 new admissions per 100,000 residents this week.
- 2 RSV admissions have been relatively stable over recent weeks.
- 3 Connecticut RSV activity is above the national rate of 2.0 per 100K.
- 4 Pediatric RSV rates (3.2 per 100K) are higher than adult rates (2.6 per 100K).
- 5 Nearby states New York and Rhode Island are also reporting elevated RSV activity.
CDC Recommendations at This Level
RSV is circulating — protect infants and elderly
- • Wash hands thoroughly before touching babies or young children
- • Ask visitors to wash hands before holding your baby
- • Watch for signs in infants: rapid breathing, wheezing, difficulty feeding, flaring nostrils
- • If your child is breathing fast or struggling to breathe, seek medical care right away
This is general public health guidance based on CDC recommendations — not personal medical advice. Talk to your healthcare provider about what's right for you and your family.
Connecticut RSV Trend — 2025-2026 Season
New confirmed RSV hospital admissions per 100,000 population per week.
Is RSV Getting Better or Worse in Connecticut?
RSV is holding steady in Connecticut
RSV activity is neither increasing nor decreasing right now. This means current levels are likely to continue for the near term without a major shift up or down.
Technical details (CDC Rt estimate)
Reproduction number (Rt): 0.90 (95% CI: 0.69 – 1.33)
Probability of growth: 27%
Rt below 1.0 means each case leads to fewer new cases (declining). Above 1.0 means growing.
Based on CDC forecasting data as of March 31, 2026. Source
Connecticut vs. National Average and Nearby States
Nearby States
| State | Activity Level | Per 100K |
|---|---|---|
| High | 3.2 | |
| Moderate | 2.3 | |
| High | 3.6 |
Sources & Methods
RSV data reflects confirmed RSV hospital admissions reported through the CDC's HHS Protect system. Activity levels are based on new admissions per 100,000 population per week. Hospitalization data may undercount total RSV infections as many cases are managed at home. Learn more about our methods .
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current RSV activity level in Connecticut?
RSV activity in Connecticut is MODERATE with 2.7 new hospital admissions per 100,000 people this week. There were 99 total new RSV admissions.
Where does this RSV data come from?
This data comes from the CDC's HHS Protect hospital reporting system. Hospitals across the United States report confirmed RSV admissions, ICU usage, and bed capacity weekly. The metric shown is new admissions per 100,000 population.
How often is this page updated?
This page is updated weekly after the CDC publishes new hospital reporting data. There is typically a 1-2 week lag between when admissions occur and when data appears here.
Local Health Signal is not affiliated with the CDC or any government agency. Data is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended for clinical decision making. See our methods page for details on data sources and limitations.