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Hospitals in Rochester, including Strong Hospital at URMC, are operating beyond capacity, with more than 120% of licensed beds occupied. Due to the surge in flu, COVID-19, and RSV cases, some patients are receiving care in hallways as hospital staff struggle to manage the influx. Dr. Michael Apostolakos of URMC reported over 30 flu patients […]
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Influenza cases in Monroe County have risen sharply, with a 51% increase reported for the week ending January 18, according to the New York State Flu Tracker. The county recorded 1,060 cases and 84 hospitalizations, contributing to a statewide surge of 48,291 cases, up 46%. This flu season, peaking later than […]
After decades of trials and discussion, the first RSV vaccine is now up for federal approval with decisions expected to be made by August. Medical professionals began working on the RSV vaccine in the early 1960s, but the process has been slow. Upstate University Hospital doctor and professor Jana Shaw stated: “It not only affects […]
Should school districts reinforce mask mandates? Due to the rising numbers of COVID-19, RSV, and other viruses 2 New Jersey school districts are reinforcing mask mandates again. The policy goes into effect when students return back to school from winter break the mandate is planned to stay in place until at least mid January. In Monroe […]
Please be careful during this time of year! According to recent data, a third person in Monroe County has died from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Health leaders are reminding everyone about the triple threat posed by RSV, the flu, and COVID-19 this holiday season. All three people who have died from RSV in Monroe County […]
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