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Alarming Surge In Kids Hospitalized With Non-COVID Virus Putting Strain On Hospitals Alarming Surge In Kids Hospitalized With Non-COVID Virus Putting Strain On Hospitals
Alarming Surge In Kids Hospitalized With Non-covid Virus Putting Strain On Hospitals An alarming surge in potentially serious respiratory illnesses among children is sparking concern nationwide, and in the region. Cases of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a common cold virus that can be associated with severe disease in young children as well as older adults, are now rising in 32 states, including New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts. The non-COVID-19 related virus, common among children, is now appearing earlier in the season and more frequently. Connecticut has been especially affected, seeing an unprecedented number of children infected by the illnes…

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