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March 2023 will mark three years since health officials declared COVID-19 a pandemic. Now, high case numbers of both flu and RSV are in the mix, creating what some people are calling a "tripledemic."
Because misinformation can spread so quickly on social media, we sat down with an expert to debunk some common misconceptions about the “tripledemic” of COVID-19, flu, and RSV. Dr. Jessica Brinkworth is an immunologist and assistant professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Epidemiologist Dr. Katrine Wallace, known as Dr. Kat on social media, joins Brad Edwards on the stream to discuss another pandemic holiday season. This time, we also have an early flu season and RSV to also be concerned about.
With increased warnings about the so-called “tripledemic” of COVID-19, RSV, and the flu circulating right now, the American Lung Association has launched a new campaign encouraging people to protect themselves against all those viruses. They say for some it is especially dangerous, but getting vaccinated can make a big difference. Dr. Juanita Moro has advice on how to stay safe.
Earlier this week, CDC health experts said flu hospitalizations continue to remain at a 10-year high, and RSV infections are peaking in both kids and adults.
The number of COVID-19 cases in Illinois is expected to hit a nearly 10-month high by next week.
Local experts are warning of a triple-demic – with COVID, flu, and RSV cases in children all climbing for what is expected to be the worst season in a decade.
Local experts are warning of a triple-demic – with COVID, flu, and RSV cases in children all climbing for what is expected to be the worst season in a decade. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
As Americans enter the third pandemic holiday season, there are two more respiratory viruses surging: respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza.
As Americans enter the third pandemic holiday season, there are two more respiratory viruses surging: respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza. Dr. Katrine Wallace has some advice on staying safe this holiday season.
The emergency room at the University of Chicago's Comer Children's Hospital saw a huge influx in patients this past weekend on account of both viral infections.
A record number of people walked through the emergency room doors at the University of Chicago’s Comer Children’s Hospital this past weekend - with a mix of RSV and flu. As CBS 2's Tara Molina reports, other hospitals reported similar situations.
An expert told us parents should keep these spikes in mind heading into Thanksgiving. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
We are told there may be some concerns about the structural integrity of the building.
It happened two weeks after French was shot and killed on Aug. 7, 2021, in West Englewood.
Roberts has two barbershops and seven barber colleges across the state - including three schools inside the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice and the Cook County Jail.
Peter Barkoulies, 68, of Addison, served as parish president of the St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church from 2019 until 2021.
Chopper 2 was over the scene where smoke was visible.
Chopper 2 was over the scene where smoke was visible.
The bus hit a currency exchange near 111th Street and Michigan Avenue, according to the Fire Department.
Roberts has two barbershops and seven barber colleges across the state - including three schools inside the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice and the Cook County Jail.
It happened two weeks after French was shot and killed on Aug. 7, 2021, in West Englewood.
Peter Barkoulies, 68, of Addison, served as parish president of the St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church from 2019 until 2021.
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Eight of the nine candidates took part in the forum.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken has postponed a planned high-stakes weekend diplomatic trip to China.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley recommended not shooting it down due to danger from debris, a senior defense official said.
Honda and the U.S. government are urging owners of about 8,200 older vehicles not to drive them until dangerous air bag inflators are replaced.
In the telephone scam, a caller impersonates a Sheriff's office employee.
The Food and Drug Administration classifies benzene as a carcinogen.
We have been investigating Window Depot USA of Chicago for weeks – with reports of multiple people who say they were scammed out of their money.
"The issue with being a city employee is we are obligated to pay any city obligation," said paramedic Lisa Beard.
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
Watching such videos can be traumatic – affecting your mental and physical health.
The first major COVID challenge for Dr. Ezike came three years ago Tuesday.
March 2023 will mark three years since health officials declared COVID-19 a pandemic. Now, high case numbers of both flu and RSV are in the mix, creating what some people are calling a "tripledemic."
"Here in Illinois, we know that reproductive care is health care," Pritzker said. "A medical decision should be made between a patient and their health care provider."
The lease was set to expire at midnight, until another extension was issued. Vendors seek reassurance about next steps.
There are 87 closures coming nationwide. These closures are in addition to the 150 already announced back in August.
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The mini-bottles, unlike the larger ones, do not contain any whiskey.
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The Bulls used a big third quarter to turn a four-point halftime lead into an 85-70 advantage heading to the fourth.
Boo Buie hit 9 of 19 from the field, including 3 of 6 from distance, and scored 23 points to lead Northwestern.
Warmer than normal temperatures earlier this month delayed the opening of the Ice Castles.
Similar charges were formally filed against the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed.
Williams played Shirley opposite Penny Marshall's Laverne on the popular sitcom.
The 65th Annual Grammy Awards are set for Sunday night. So who is most likely to win on Music's Biggest Night?
Loring had the role in the classic 1960s sitcom, which was the original version of "The Addams Family."
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Friday, Feb. 3, 2023.
CBS 2's Shardaa Gray talked with Larry Roberts Jr., owner of Larry's Barber Maximus, for this Black History Month profile.
Peter Barkoulies, 68, of Addison, served as parish president of the Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church from 2019 until 2021 – but his alleged crimes took place afterward.
The vandalism happened two weeks after French was shot and killed on Aug. 7 of last year in West Englewood, and one day after French was laid to rest.
The robberies all happened on Thursday, Jan. 26, in the Far South Side’s West Pullman and Riverdale neighborhoods.
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