Walking pneumonia is on rise among children

What is ‘walking pneumonia,’ and why are cases rising?
Atypical pneumonia can be caused by some molds, viruses or bacteria, according to the American Lung Association. A common bacterium called mycoplasma pneumonia is often behind cases of walking pneumonia. Most people can recover on their own, but over-the-counter medicine can help ease symptoms.
What is ‘walking pneumonia' and what are the symptoms? CDC warns of rise in cases
With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warning of a recent increase in cases of "walking pneumonia" what are the symptoms to watch for?
CDC reports cases of Walking Pneumonia rising in young children
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Reports from the CDC show an increase in cases of walking pneumonia among young children. There are different types of pneumonia: bacterial, viral and atypical.
Walking pneumonia cases are surging in kids, CDC warns. Here are symptoms to look out for
Walking pneumonia, a contagious form of pneumonia which doctors say was nearly non-existent during the pandemic, is back. The CDC says cases are surging in the very young. Here are symptoms to look out for.
CDC: Walking pneumonia cases among children on the rise
Renea Seesongood’s 9-year-old son, Carson, was diagnosed with a virus. But after more than two weeks, his symptoms were getting worse.
Walking pneumonia cases surging, especially among children, CDC says
Cases of walking pneumonia increased in the United States in spring 2024, and the numbers continue to be high, the agency said. While cases have been increasing across all age groups, they have grown the most among children, up from 1% to 7.2% among those ages 2-4 and 3.6% to 7.4% among those ages 5-17, according to the federal agency.
‘Walking pneumonia’ cases are up in the Lehigh Valley. What you need to know
In the Lehigh Valley, cases of COVID-19 have decreased somewhat and influenza cases have yet to rise — but there are other respiratory infections spreading, particularly among young children. Dr. Tibisay Villalobos,
Walking pneumonia is on the rise but treatable with the right antibiotic, doctors say
Doctors say they are seeing an unusual spike in walking pneumonia cases in parts of Canada, particularly in kids, but their message for parents is not to panic, as treatment options are available.
Walking pneumonia is on the rise among children
As the weather gets colder and sneezes and sniffles become more common, it’s important for parents to be aware of the potential health risks. A new rep
Walking Pneumonia Cases Are Spiking: How to Spot the Symptoms
Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Cases of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection—or “walking pneumonia”—are surging in the United States, especially among children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Doctors seeing more children having walking pneumonia
Emergency room physicians at Baton Rouge General Hospital are seeing more children come in sicker than they seem.
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‘Walking Pneumonia’ Is Surging Ahead of Cold and Flu Season
Levels of this milder lung infection—which can lead to “walking pneumonia”—are 10 times greater than last year, according ...
CDC says walking pneumonia is surging among children. Here’s what to know.
according to the CDC. When the infection progresses to pneumonia, it may seem less severe than other forms of the ...
CDC alert: Walking pneumonia surging, especially among kids: Symptoms, what to look for
The Centers for Disease Control has issued an alert due to an upswing – most noticeably in pediatric cases – of mycoplasma ...
CDC issues alert about 'walking pneumonia' in kids
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
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Cases of walking pneumonia are surging in kids this year, CDC reports
The CDC said Mycoplasma cases seem to have peaked in mid-August ... People often feel crummy but can still get around, ...
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Walking pneumonia cases are rising among kids. Here’s what to know.
Walking pneumonia cases in the United States ... But from March to October this year, the CDC found that the largest increase in cases was among children age 2 to 4, whose emergency visits ...