Rates Of Respiratory Illnesses Rising Across PA

Respiratory illnesses are on the rise across Pennsylvania.  The latest data from the Pennsylvania Department of Health shows that emergency room visits and hospital admissions for respiratory illnesses, such as COVID, the flu and RSV are increasing.  The flu and COVID are currently causing the most visits to emergency rooms.  As always, people are urged to stay up to date on vaccinations and practice good hygiene habits, such as washing hands.