CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning of a significant increase in respiratory illnesses, with four specific viruses causing concern: flu, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus.
The surge is affecting 35 states, including South Carolina, and local healthcare providers report similar trends throughout the Carolinas.
North Carolina’s Respiratory Virus Summary Dashboard shows respiratory symptoms now account for 13% of all emergency room visits, marking a notable increase in cases…