Douglas Ziedonis, MD, MPH, Executive Vice President for Health Sciences, CEO, UNM Health System | University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Douglas Ziedonis, MD, MPH, Executive Vice President for Health Sciences, CEO, UNM Health System | University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Norovirus cases are increasing in New Mexico and across the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 557 norovirus outbreaks nationwide last year, but this year, the number has almost doubled to 1,078.
To better understand norovirus and how to protect oneself and family members, resources are available on the @unmhsc Instagram page.
Other illnesses such as Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are also present in communities during this winter season. According to the TriCore Infectious Disease Dashboard, RSV cases have risen this week, while flu and COVID-19 cases show a downward trend.
For more information on vaccines, test kits, and preventing respiratory illnesses, further resources can be accessed online.
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