ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The flu season typically starts in December, so it’s not uncommon for people to get sick – but doctors say they’re seeing more cases than usual.
Dr. Cvijanovich, a pediatrician in Albuquerque, says his practice is busy treating respiratory illnesses.
“We’re seeing flu, we’re seeing COVID, we’re seeing RSV, and then we’re seeing run-of-the-mill colds and some strep throat, for the most part of that, we’re seeing a little bit of everything right now,” Dr. Cvijanovich said.
As temperatures drop and people spend more time indoors, it’s easier for germs to get around.
Dr. Cvijanovich says the reason for the increase is that fewer people are wearing masks.
“Since the COVID pandemic, we’ve noticed fewer children being vaccinated, compared to normal ailments like the flu, without the COVID numbers, just for the flu,” Dr. Cvijanovich said.
It all comes down to prevention: stay home if you’re in poor health, and if you can, get vaccinated.
Any person with disabilities who needs help accessing the content of the FCC Public File may contact KOB via our online formor call 505-243-4411.