Rotavirus Types Over Time Across NHS Lothian

By Sophie Hughes

EMS300 Student Conference 2026

Slide 1: Rotavirus Types over Time across NHS Lothian. A full description follows.

Summary

The presentation examines the types of rotavirus over time in NHS Lothian, highlighting its significance as a cause of acute gastroenteritis in young children. Despite the introduction of effective vaccines in 2013, rotavirus remains a public health concern. The study aimed to characterise circulating strains during a spike in cases in July 2025, utilising methods such as RT-PCR and wastewater surveillance. Key findings indicate that most cases occurred in recently vaccinated individuals, with implications for vaccine effectiveness over time. The work acknowledges contributions from NHS Lothian's Infection Genomic Service.