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fromThe Mercury News
6 days ago

During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest

Pre-K and elementary students have higher rates of respiratory virus detection and illness than older students and staff during the respiratory virus season.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Common cold cases hit 3-year high. Doctors warn of tough flu season ahead

Roughly 31% of weekly tests are coming back positive for rhinovirus and enterovirus. Doctors say this signals a rough cold and flu season ahead. "As a pediatric ICU physician and a pediatrician, I am bracing myself. I am worried about what's going to happen in the winter months," said Dr. Rishma Chand with Dignity Health Northridge Hospital. She said a cough, sore throat, diarrhea and vomiting should be taken seriously. Her advice is to treat symptoms with rest, fluids and over-the-counter meds.
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