Spike in Walking Pneumonia Cases Raises Concerns for Children
North Carolina hospitals, particularly in the Triangle area, are experiencing a surge in pediatric pneumonia cases caused by mycoplasma pneumonia, also known as 'a-typical pneumonia.' This increase is unusual, as it is affecting younger children more than usual. While there is no vaccine for this type of pneumonia, antibiotics are effective. The CDC has issued an alert due to rising infections, and parents are advised to keep sick children at home and ensure vaccinations for COVID, flu, and RSV are up to date.