Washoe County is showing an increase in flu and RSV cases, with more cases of the flu now than there were at this time last year.
Northern Nevada Public Health is reporting increased rates of whooping cough in the region.
According to a letter sent to families of Galena High School students last week, people at the school may have been exposed to whooping cough.
Flu activity remains elevated while RSV cases continue to rise and COVID-19 activity remains low, in the latest weekly update.
Local health officials say they are concerned after the United States withdrew its membership from the World Health Organization.
While flu activity remains high in northern Nevada, hospitalizations are continuing to decline.
Due to budget constraints, Northern Nevada Public Health may have to cut back on certain mosquito treatments.
Washoe County’s flu activity remains high, despite recent declines. RSV activity is also increasing.
Northern Nevada Public Health says flu activity remains high.
Northern Nevada Public Health says flu and RSV cases have been increasing in recent weeks.