H3N2 Flu & Long COVID: Is There a Connection?

recent observations reveal ‌a concerning trend: frequent, simultaneous outbreaks​ of respiratory viruses, coupled with a heightened rate of herpes virus reactivation, frequently enough occurring during and following a ‌Covid-19 infection. This suggests a deeper impact of the ⁢SARS-CoV-2 virus than ⁤initially understood.

The Pan American Health Organization ⁤recently issued an epidemiological alert regarding the concurrent circulation of‌ seasonal influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). January 12, 2024, ​the organization‍ warned this combination could significantly strain hospitals‌ and healthcare facilities throughout the remaining winter ‌season in the‍ Northern Hemisphere.

Scientists in the United States are now investigating a ‍new epidemiological pattern. They’ve noted that infection rates continue to climb even as ‌Covid-19 case numbers decline. Explanations have ranged from increased hospitalizations during the pandemic to greater antibiotic use, but none fully account