Is the new norovirus strain causing a surge in infections in the US? Symptoms to know
Norovirus cases have surged, joining other viruses like flu, RSV, and Covid. Experts cite a new strain, GII.17[P17], ...
As bird flu affects more people and animals, CDC urges faster testing
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says hospitals treating people for the flu should test them for avian ...
Bird flu flares up again in Michigan poultry – an infectious disease expert explains the risk to humans, chickens, cows and other animals
The virus impacts milk production and poses significant risks to other bird species, particularly domestic poultry as well as some mammals. The CDC has also confirmed mild cases in humans, and a fatal ...
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CMS’ Latest Guidance Plagued by Lack of Clarity on Infection Prevention and Staffing, Leading to Concerns of Unfair Survey Citations
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) compiled an ambitious checklist of changes for the nursing home industry ...
COVID-19, flu rates rising in Virginia
While Virginia is still on par with a typical flu season, influenza and COVID-19 infection rates are spiking about two weeks ...
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What’s Going Around Right Now? The 4 Winter Viruses of the ‘Quad-Demic,’ Explained
COVID-19, influenza, RSV, and norovirus—have created what experts are calling a "quad-demic" in the U.S. Here's what to know ...
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Commentary: Whooping cough vaccine has an awareness problem
If you’ve heard the telltale cough and seen an infant gasp for breath, it’s easy to understand why a pertussis outbreak ...
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New Study Reveals Chronic Gut Infection Could Be Linked to Alzheimer's Disease
A new study found a link between a common type of herpes virus and Alzheimer's disease. Experts explain the finding—but there ...
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System, Prisma Health to tighten visitor restrictions
Two Greenville-area hospital systems will begin restricting patient visitations due to increased flu and respiratory illnesses.
Flu, RSV on the rise in the Lehigh Valley. What you need to know
In the Lehigh Valley, cases of the flu and RSV are particularly prevalent compared with many other parts of the state.
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How Can You Prevent and Stop Colds From Happening?
To prevent colds, keeping your immunity up before September and onwards may steer a virus away. Learn about cold prevention ...
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Norovirus: How it spreads, treatment and prevention
Outbreaks of norovirus, which causes acute gastroenteritis, leading people to get sick with nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, are ...