Is a ‘Tripledemic’ on the Way?

As temperatures drop across the United States and people begin spending more time indoors, public health experts have expressed concern about a “tripledemic,” a trifecta of rising flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases. The number of children with RSV who require hospitalization is much higher than in years past. While COVID-19 cases have continued declining, flu levels are expected to increase dramatically this winter, especially since immunity levels are low due to reduced exposure to the influenza viruses during the pandemic. There is no immunization for RSV, however, flu and COVID-19 vaccines are widely available. Click here to read more.