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.
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%).
How long is the flu contagious? How long are you contagious with COVID or RSV?
RSV is usually contagious for three to eight days. A patient also may be contagious a day or two before experiencing symptoms, the CDC said. Infants and those with weakened immune systems, however, can pass on RSV for up to four weeks or longer.
Flu, COVID, RSV symptoms: What to know as Illinois sees ‘notable increase' in viruses
Hospital visits in Illinois due to flu are "quite high," with COVID and RSV also circulating. But what are the symptoms of each?
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
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A new type of bird flu has spread to cows in Nebraska; expert warns it could ‘make COVID seem like a walk in the park’
At least 67 people in the U.S. have been infected with bird flu, mostly those who work closely with dairy or cattle.
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Doctor: Higher infection rates of flu, COVID, RSV, norovirus in areas with lower vaccination rates
“Areas with lower vaccination rates, colder weather and higher population density are seeing higher infection rates,” said Dr. Ryan Fulton, a faculty member at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of ...
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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.
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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 ...
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Flu, COVID and RSV surge in SoCal: Hospitals struggle as winter viruses hit hard
Just over a month into the new year, influenza season is hitting hard in the Southland, and the flu isn't the only virus ...