Go Retire Psychiatrist

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported respiratory illness leading to visits to the emergency room and hospitalization are rising across the country.

• “Seasonal influenza activity is elevated and increasing in most parts of the country.
• COVID-19 activity also remains elevated overall and is increasing in many areas.  Based on the biweekly period ending 12/23/2023, JN.1 is predicted to be the most prevalent SARS-CoV-2 lineage nationally.
• RSV activity remains elevated in many areas of the country, though decreases have been observed in some areas.
• Hospital bed occupancy and capacity, including within intensive care units, remain stable nationally.”