Some hospitals seeing increase in RSV, 'walking pneumonia'
Some hospitals in the U.S. are seeing an increase in cases of RSV and so-called "walking pneumonia." Here's what you need to know.
RSV vs walking pneumonia: Know the difference between symptoms
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and walking pneumonia, while sharing some common symptoms like cough and fever, have distinct characteristics. RSV, a viral infection prevalent in children, often resolves independently with rest and fluids.
DC area hospitals see unusual spike in walking pneumonia, mostly in young children
There is an unprecedented spike in walking pneumonia cases at hospitals and urgent care centers around the DMV.
DFW hospitals see continued spike in RSV, pneumonia cases
Children’s hospitals in North Texas are filling up with patients experiencing respiratory illnesses. Many are overwhelmed in their labs and emergency rooms.
Worcester area seeing increase in walking pneumonia and whooping cough. What to know
The other respiratory infection experts are watching closely is atypical (walking) pneumonia. Dr. Michael Hirsh, Worcester’s medical director and the chief pediatric surgeon at UMass Memorial Health, said he was told by Dr. Jean-Marc Gauguet, a diagnostic radiologist at UMass Memorial, that X-rays show a lot of kids with walking pneumonia.
Cases of ‘walking pneumonia’ up in D.C. region, part of national trend
Cases of walking pneumonia have been surging among young children in the D.C. region, according to pediatricians and public health officials.
Cases of ‘walking pneumonia’ are rising in Louisiana: What to know
In October, the CDC wrote that since late spring, the number of infections caused by walking pneumonia has been increasing, especially among young children.
'Walking pneumonia' cases up in West Michigan, nationally
The University of Massachusetts announced that 28 ambulance cases on Saturday were potentially linked to the trend. Calling it a "public health malpractice" Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo said the state will urge localities to stop fluoridating drinking water.
Walking pneumonia is on the rise in Ohio. Here's what to watch for
If you've been hearing about walking pneumonia this fall more than you might have in years past, or possibly ever, there's a reason for that. The bacterial infection's numbers have been rising in Ohio and nationally since the late spring and early summer months,
Maine doctors say they are seeing a rise in 'walking pneumonia' cases
Doctors in Maine and around the country say they're seeing a rise in "walking pneumonia" cases, especially in young children.
Cases of ‘walking pneumonia’ are rising across the US: Here’s where it’s worst
In October, the CDC wrote that since late spring, the number of infections caused by walking pneumonia has been increasing, especially among young children.
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