Epidemiological and clinical profile of viral respiratory infections in children under 5 years at pre‐ and post‐<scp>COVID</scp>‐19 era in Praia, Cabo Verde

Our data indicate changes in the distribution of respiratory viruses in the post-pandemic period compared to pre-pandemic period. The high prevalence of co-infections highlights the complexity of acute respiratory infection aetiology, emphasising the need for enhanced respiratory virus surveillance systems in Cabo Verde. Identifying seasonal trends and risk factors can contribute to targeted interventions and improved public health strategies to mitigate the burden of acute respiratory infections in young children.