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Flu, COVID, Norovirus, and RSV Surge Across the U.S.

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Flu, COVID, Norovirus, and RSV Surge Across the U.S.

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  • A **quadruple surge** of viruses, namely **flu**, **COVID**, **norovirus**, and **RSV**, is affecting the U.S. as we enter the winter season.
  • The **CDC** has reported an increase in all four viruses, with **RSV levels** reaching "moderate" in wastewater monitoring for the first time since January 2024.
  • Hospitalizations are on the rise, with estimates indicating **22,000 to 45,000** people hospitalized due to RSV between Oct. 1 and Dec. 7, which is more than for the flu.
  • Outbreaks of **norovirus** have also climbed, reflecting a general uptick in **seasonal illnesses** as reported by the CDC.
  • Urgent care is recommended for severe cases of RSV, especially in infants and at-risk populations, with symptoms similar to the common cold.

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