Flu activity surges nationwide as doctors report rise in multiple respiratory infections

Respiratory illnesses are rising sharply nationwide, with flu activity reaching its highest level in decades. The CDC reports a significant increase in hospitalizations and deaths, including among children. Dr. Deepika Kumaresan of Baylor Scott & White said her clinic is seeing a strong surge in flu and RSV, with COVID‑19 still circulating and some patients experiencing multiple infections at the same time.