PAHO issues alert on simultaneous circulation of seasonal influenza and respiratory syncytial virus in the Americas – PAHO/WHO
Washington, D.C., January 10, 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has urged countries across the Americas to remain vigilant and strengthen health system preparedness in response to…
County tracks respiratory virus trends as vaccination patterns shift
COVID-19 vaccination rates in San Luis Obispo County have declined since the height of the pandemic, according to data from the County Public Health Department’s updated respiratory virus dashboard. County…
Untreatable tropical virus prompts CDC alerts for Americans heading abroad
US health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
Banner Health initiates visitor restrictions through March 2026 for flu and respiratory virus season
– Banner Health’s seasonal visitor restrictions are in effect today, Dec.1, through March 31, 2026, due to the flu and respiratory virus season. These restrictions impact all Banner hospitals across…
Dr. Jacob Pierce: Prioritizing safety during respiratory virus season
Fall is in full swing in eastern North Carolina, and with it comes more than just crisp air and colorful leaves. We’re already seeing an uptick in respiratory viruses across…
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) | Family Doctor
What is RSV? Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that affects your lungs and makes it difficult to breathe. The virus is common in children under 2, however,…