Flu, RSV and COVID

How Bad Are COVID, Flu and RSV This Winter?
During the COVID pandemic, RSV showed a slightly odd pattern: like flu, it basically disappeared in the 2020–2021 season, likely because of masking and social distancing. But in 2022–2023 it came roaring back and had a large, early peak during the fall. Last year saw a significant surge as well, but it was closer to the timing of a typical season.
Is a 'quademic' swirling? What you should know about flu, RSV, COVID and norovirus
Russo added that they can circulate at other times of year but tend to peak in winter. "Do we have a lot of cases? The answer is yes," Russo told USA TODAY. "The 'emic' part of it is a bit of a gimmick,
Covid isn’t as bad this winter. Flu is worse. Here’s why.
The covid wave this winter is less severe compared with previous years, with hospitalization rates down and wastewater levels lower.
Hospitals struggle as flu, COVID and RSV surge in SoCal
Just over a month into the new year, influenza season is hitting hard in the Southland, and the flu isn't the only virus making a strong showing.
Flu, COVID, and RSV: It's Peak Season
For the week ending Jan. 25, seasonal flu activity remains high and increasing. Clinical laboratories tested 129,378 specimens for flu viruses. Of these, 29.4% were positive. Among the positive results, influenza A accounted for 36,471 (95.9%) of positive flu cases, and influenza B accounted for 1,571 (4.1%).
Flu, RSV, COVID and more: Schools close, some hospitals on diversion as illnesses impact the Tri-State
Some Tri-State hospitals are starting to feel the strain as they reach capacity in their facilities, according to Fairfield Township firefighters.
Flu cases soar in NC as COVID, RSV numbers decline
The good news is that Covid and RSV cases are trending down. However, flu numbers are soaring. WRAL News checked in with Duke Health, UNC and WakeMed. On Monday alone, Duke Health
Symptoms of flu, COVID, RSV: What to know as Illinois sees ‘notable increase' in viruses
Illinois is seeing levels of respiratory viruses tick up, the Illinois Department of Public Health said, with a “notable increase” in emergency department visits and hospital admissions for flu, although symptoms of flu,
Michigan flu, RSV, COVID surges wreak 'havoc' in Corewell emergency departments
Michigan's largest health system urges patients to seek non-emergency care at sites other than its ERs amid a surge in flu, ...
Is it the flu? Norovirus? Measles? Common cold? COVID-19? Maybe just Texas allergy season
Feeling under the weather? In Texas, cedar can bring sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes, but so can the flu, COVID-19 and ...
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What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: Influenza, COVID, pneumonia, slip & fall injuries
Here’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local ...
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Flu, COVID cases have more than doubled in Fayette County, LFCHD says
According to the Lexington Fayette County Health Department, confirmed flu and COVID cases have more than doubled since the week of January 25.
Expert concerned U.S. not prepared for bird flu spread in humans
When it comes to the potential of H5N1 avian flu, otherwise known as bird flu, picking up mutations that may lead to human-to ...
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Flu, COVID-19 Reports Bulletin 2025 Released
This bulletin (formally Weekly Winter Briefing) brings together the latest surveillance data, along with the latest public ...
The flu season feels worse than normal this year. Is it?
It feels like everyone is sick right now. And while that is a slight exaggeration, the real situation isn't too sunny either.
Illinois health officials report uptick in flu cases, hospital visits
After a one-week dip, Illinois health officials are reporting an uptick in respiratory illnesses which is being driven by flu ...