RIVERSIDE COUNTY – An eastern Riverside County child under the age of 4 has died after contracting a respiratory illness that is possibly linked to respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, health officials said Monday, Nov. 21.“The loss of a child is devastating and all of Public Health sends its heartfelt condolences to the family, loved ones and anyone impacted by this tragic event,” Dr. Geoffrey Leung, public health officer for Riverside County, said.The name of the child and city of residence are not being released. The child died at a local hospital after a short illness.Leung urged parents to take the necessary precautions to protect their children as officials see an increase in influenza and RSV in young children. He said the following recommendations will help preven
