COVID-19, RSV and flu in Minnesota

Cases of RSV, flu, COVID, and norovirus are on the rise as winter “sick season” arrives
It’s sick season in Philly: the cold-weather months when cases of respiratory illnesses and the “stomach bug” norovirus rise. Some public health experts have called the combination of viruses circulating “the quad-demic” — referring to a wave of illness from the simultaneous spike in COVID,
Minnesota ERs strained as cases of flu, COVID, RSV and norovirus surge across the country
Four illnesses are filling Minnesota hospitals, and health leaders are warning you that Minnesota is dealing with a "quad-demic." This year, Minnesota has nearly reached 1,800 hospitalized influenza cases this season.
New norovirus strain is stoking the stomach flu surge
This winter’s dominant norovirus strain is a newer variant called the G11.17 [P17], CBS reports, citing data from a network of public health laboratories called CaliciNet that found seven in 10 outbreaks of the virus have tested positive for it.
RSV, flu, COVID-19 and norovirus are on the rise in 2025. What to know
While there is a whole host of viruses going around, there are thankfully no new viruses to fret about—the ones we have are bad enough.
Flu, RSV, Norovirus, other viruses are on the rise
“The last several weeks we’ve started to see a definite increase in influenza-like illnesses, which cover influenza, RSV, COVID-19 can also fall under that type of picture. We’ve also been seeing an increase of norovirus and norovirus-like illnesses,” says Simmons.
'Quad-demic' overwhelms US hospitals as flu, Covid, RSV, and norovirus surge: Tips to stay safe
Hospitals in the USA are overwhelmed with a surge in patients due to a 'quad-demic' of flu, Covid-19, RSV, and norovirus. This unprecedented influx is
Minnesota ERs overwhelmed as flu, COVID, RSV and norovirus cases surge
Across the nation, the healthcare system is taking a beating as the "quad-demic" continues to strain resources and slow down patient care. WCCO's Frankie McLister shows us how Minnesota hospitals are being affected.
Minnesota ERs stressed by waves of COVID, flu, RSV, norovirus patients
Weekly reports of COVID-19 and influenza show rising activity, but it’s the combination of multiple infectious diseases at once that’s causing problems.
RSV, Norovirus, Flu, Colds and More: There are a lot of sick people in Minnesota and hospitals are overwhelmed
There are just a lot of sick people in Minnesota right now. Hospitals are reporting they are at or near capacity as they try to help patients sick with RSV, COVID-19, influenza and norovirus. Adding to the crush,
A Norovirus Vaccine May Be Coming
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Your Blood Type Might Impact How Susceptible You Are To Norovirus—Here’s How
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HMPV, Bird Flu and Norovirus: What Should US Be Most Worried About?
Health experts told Newsweek about the threats posed by the viruses and shared the best ways to protect oneself.
Stomach flu survival guide: How to get through the norovirus
If you’re unlucky enough to encounter this virus, here’s what you need to know to get through the next few days.
Norovirus outbreaks sweep California. How does stomach flu spread? What are symptoms?
A nasty stomach bug has been spreading across the country, including California, in recent months — leaving people feeling nauseous, achy or worse.
Do you have the flu? Watch out for these 2025 symptoms, from mild to emergency
Most people who catch the flu have only the above mild symptoms and recover on their own without the use of antiviral ...
Norovirus outbreaks are happening in Florida. What to know about it and how to protect yourself
Health officials say norovirus affects all ages, but children and older adults are more at risk for severe outcomes, and are encouraging people to wash their hands thoroughly. Doctors say the virus ...
How to clean before, during and after norovirus
In addition to sheer grossness, norovirus is notable for its resistance to many cleaning agents, including alcohol-based hand sanitizers. “It belongs to a group of small, non-enveloped viruses that ...