#flu

#flu

The HSE reports a significant increase in hospitalizations due to flu and respiratory illnesses, highlighting strain on the healthcare system.

It's important to differentiate between a cold, flu, and COVID-19 for appropriate treatment.

Bill Clinton was hospitalized for the flu but has since been released, underscoring the risks faced by older adults with health conditions.

Home thermometers, especially noncontact fever guns, are often inaccurate and provide little useful information for determining if someone is sick.

Bill Clinton was discharged from the hospital, recovering from flu, and will be home for Christmas.

New Yorkers are facing a significant rise in flu and RSV cases this holiday season, raising health concerns among officials.

Getting flu and COVID-19 vaccinations at the same time is essential, as they are reformulated annually to combat evolving virus strains.

At-home tests for both Covid-19 and influenza represent a significant development in managing winter respiratory illnesses.

People should prioritize getting flu and COVID-19 vaccines, regardless of timing details.

The FDA has authorized a new home test that can detect both COVID-19 and flu simultaneously, enhancing at-home health management.

European health authorities emphasize the importance of increasing flu and COVID-19 vaccination coverage, especially among older populations, to avoid health system strain.

London is facing a potential quad-demic with soaring flu, norovirus, Covid, and RSV cases, putting immense pressure on the NHS.

Clinically at-risk groups are urged to get their free Covid-19 and flu vaccinations due to low uptake rates.

The NHS in England is facing unprecedented pressure heading into winter due to high occupancy rates and rising illness rates. Hospitals are overwhelmed.

The NHS is experiencing unprecedented pressures with rising cases of flu, norovirus, RSV, and Covid, leading to a potential 'quad-demic' situation.

The number of people in hospital with flu and norovirus has reached a new high in England.

The number of hospitalizations for Covid has slightly decreased and rates are broadly stable.

Be vigilant against flu, covid, RSV, and norovirus this winter as cases surge, especially among the vulnerable.

Importance of timely vaccinations during pregnancy for flu, COVID-19, and RSV to protect pregnant individuals and newborns.

Vaccination is essential to prevent severe illness during respiratory virus season.

Hand-washing and wearing masks are crucial in reducing the spread of respiratory viruses.

Getting vaccinated against Covid-19, the flu, and RSV is still important to protect against these illnesses.

Getting COVID-19 and flu vaccines now is essential for optimal immunity before the holiday season.

Flu hospitalizations reach highest number this winter

Respiratory illnesses contribute to increase in hospital admissions

Hospitals in Ireland have been struggling to manage the influx of patients after the Christmas period.

The daily trolley figures are higher this week and expected to increase further next week.

Flu detections slightly increasing in California

COVID-19 positive tests decreasing in the state

RSV cases trending downward

Respiratory virus season in California is winding down, leading to a decrease in cold, flu, and COVID cases.

COVID's trend is less predictable than other respiratory viruses due to the lack of well-defined seasonality.

The CDC is considering a new, symptom-based approach to isolation for COVID-19, where people can leave home when their symptoms are mild and improving and they've been fever-free for at least 24 hours without medication.

The potential shift in isolation recommendations would bring the CDC's guidelines for COVID-19 in closer alignment with its recommendations for the flu, which advises people to stay home until their fever has broken naturally or until other symptoms clear.

Respiratory virus cases and hospitalizations are rising across the US, impacting capacity in health systems.

Vaccination rates for flu, Covid, and RSV remain low despite the availability of updated boosters and new vaccines.

Respiratory viruses circulate year-round in California

California health officials recommend seeking testing to determine the specific illness