🚨'WALKING PNEUMONIA' CASES SURGE AHEAD OF COLD AND FLU SEASON
A respiratory illness caused by mycoplasma pneumoniae, often leading to "walking pneumonia," is surging in the U.S., with cases 10 times higher than last year.
Symptoms include a lingering cough, fever, and sore throat. Unlike severe pneumonia, patients often feel well enough to continue daily activities.
The CDC warns that cases, which peak every 3-7 years, are rising sharply, especially among children, ahead of flu season.
Experts recommend monitoring persistent respiratory symptoms and consulting a healthcare provider if needed.
Source: WSJ
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