CDC recommends first RSV vaccines for some seniors
The respiratory illness RSV can be serious, especially in children and older adults.
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FDA approves first RSV vaccine to protect older adults
Up to 10,000 deaths and 160,000 hospitalizations a year are caused by RSV in seniors.
CDC says surge of severe strep in kids was a return to pre-pandemic levels
The agency cited preliminary data from 2022, which tracked the unseasonably early rise of invasive group A strep infections alongside other respiratory diseases.
"Tripledemic" fears fade as cases decline
Hospitals did see an uptick in patients with flu, COVID-19 and RSV this winter, but cases are now on the decline. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" to discuss whether the threat is over. Plus she explains the latest on plans for yearly COVID vaccine shots, similar to a flu shot.
Doctors seeing more respiratory illnesses
People are getting sick with respiratory illnesses but testing negative for COVID-19, RSV and the flu. Dr. Bernard Camins, medical director of infection prevention at the Mount Sinai Health System in New York, joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain some of the other types of viruses going around.
Hospitals inundated with patients amid "tripledemic"
One 7-year-old has been in the pediatric intensive care unit, battling a life-threatening case of the flu, as hospitals struggle to deal with the “tripledemic” of COVID-19, flu and RSV cases.
What to do amid children's medicine shortage
CVS and Walgreens are both limiting the amount of children's pain and fever medications a person can purchase as supplies run low during a rise in respiratory infections. Riley Children's Health primary care pediatrician Dr. Shannon Dillon joins CBS News to discuss what parents should and should not do if they can't find medication at the pharmacy.
Children’s hospitals battle “tripledemic”
Janet Shamlian got a rare look inside Le Bonheur Children's hospital in Memphis as doctors and nurses work around the clock to treat an influx of pediatric patients battling respiratory illnesses.
"Tripledemic" severely strains children's hospitals
Pediatric hospitals are in crisis mode due to a wave of respiratory illness. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 45 states are reporting "high" or "very high" levels of influenza. Janet Shamlian is at a children's hospital in Tennessee with the details.
Gottlieb says it will be a "difficult few weeks" as tripledemic looms
Dr. Scott Gottlieb said on "Face the Nation" that Americans are in for a "difficult few weeks" amid a tripledemic of COVID, RSV and the flu.
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Missed the second half of the show? The latest on Henry Cuellar call for Biden to visit border; consumers watching holiday spending despite hopeful economic indicators; Keisha Lance Bottoms on how the end of Title 42 is an issue that "affects us all"; Scott Gottlieb thoughts on the tripledemic looms this holiday season; and life is desperate in Kherson as war in Ukraine passes its 300th day.
"Tripledemic" hampers hospitals across U.S.
Hospitals across the U.S. are being stretched thin due to an influx of patients brought on by a triple threat of flu, respiratory syncytial virus and COVID-19 cases. Michael George has the details.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 18, 2022
Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb, and more, will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
NYC health officials recommend wearing masks
Mask recommendations are making a comeback in New York as the area sees rising cases of COVID-19, flu and the respiratory virus RSV. New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan joins CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Elaine Quijano to discuss the steps people can take to help reduce the risk.
Hospitals overwhelmed with respiratory illnesses
Hospitals across the U.S. are grappling with a surge of patients with respiratory illnesses including COVID-19, RSV and the flu. Dr. Dyan Hes joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest on the so-called "tripledemic."
Respiratory virus surge strains hospitals
Hospitals across the U.S. are seeing an influx of patients due to a "tripledemic" of flu, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and COVID-19 cases. Danya Bacchus has the details.
CDC urges masking in some areas as COVID-19 cases surge
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging people in New York City, Los Angeles and other communities to mask up as COVID-19 cases surge amid a spike in other respiratory viruses. Elise Preston has more.
Shortage of hospital beds for kids with RSV "really has to do with dollars"
The U.S. is experiencing an unusual spate of childhood RSV infections. But the critical shortage of hospital beds to treat sick children stems from structural problems in pediatric care that have been brewing for years.
"Tripledemic" worries nation's doctors
Health officials are urging Americans to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccinations as those two respiratory viruses, along with RSV, create a growing "tripledemic" across the country. Carter Evans has more.
"Tripledemic" of flu, RSV and COVID-19 strains hospitals as cases spike
Doctors say all three of the now-prevalent viral infections sweeping the country could be slowed by mask-wearing.
Hospitals face "tripledemic" as illness cases rise
Hospitals in the U.S. are seeing a rising number of cases of the flu, RSV and COVID-19 as Americans let their guard down. Carter Evans has more.
LA officials weigh indoor mask mandate
Los Angeles County is considering implementing an indoor mask mandate as COVID-19 hospitalizations climb and fears that a "tripledemic" of coronavirus, flu and RSV could strain hospitals. Dr. Jerry Abraham, who heads up vaccine efforts at Kedren Health in South Los Angeles, joins CBS News to discuss the rising cases and what patients and parents need to know.
Is it COVID? RSV? Or the flu? How to tell
Health care professionals are bracing for a surge in flu, RSV and COVID-19 cases. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why it's important to know what you are sick with.
"Tripledemic" holiday health concerns
The flu is spreading fast and unusually early this year while a record number of children are hospitalized with RSV. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings" with tips on how families can gather safely this Thanksgiving.
"Tripledemic" spreads throughout the U.S.
Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, the director of health for the city of St. Louis, Missouri, joined CBS News to discuss the growing number of RSV, COVID-19 and flu cases filling hospitals around the United States.
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