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It's going to be a rough winter: Hospitals overwhelmed by pediatric patients with respiratory virus

Por: CBS News Health October 21, 2022

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Hospitals in 33 states are seeing a dramatic rise in children suffering from  (RSV). Cases have more than doubled in 25 states, putting a strain on hospitals — with some facilities so overwhelmed, they're running out of beds.At Connecticut Children's hospital, doctors said they're slammed with a surge in RSV cases. Dr. John Brancato told CBS News that every inch of the emergency room is filled, and the hospital is considering... + full article



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