San Antonio is seeing a high number of flu cases months earlier than usual, according to doctors at University Health System.
– After a hiatus due to COVID-19, other respiratory viruses are back in large numbers. Doctors warn that cases of the common cold and flu are nearing peak levels from previous years much earlier.
“We’re seeing those higher numbers now in October, which is extremely early and concerning,” said Dr. Bryan Alsip, University Health’s chief medical officer. “It’s very concerning because the hospitals are very busy.” “We’re seeing high numbers, and I think it’s not just a local issue,” Alsip said. “It’s a national issue a lot of the hospitals are dealing with a high number of pediatric cases.”
University Health is working with hospitals at a local level on how to collaborate to help keep children healthy, Alsip said.
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