The Brief
- Spring break travel is driving a seasonal surge in respiratory viruses like flu, RSV, and COVID-19 across North Texas.
- Children’s Health reports high case counts, including 357 rhinovirus and 150 flu cases in a single week this March.
- Health officials recommend staying updated on vaccines and carrying essentials like hand sanitizer and fever reducers while traveling.
DALLAS – Health officials are raising concerns about a seasonal surge in respiratory viruses as families across North Texas head into the spring break week.
For many families, the break involves traveling through busy airports or hitting the road for gatherings and crowded destinations.
What they’re saying:
Dr. Zachary Most with Children’s Health in Dallas shared insight on rising illnesses during a live interview on FOX 4’s The Post. He said the uptick is attributed in part to close contact – packed flights, long car rides, and busy tourist attractions.…