Meet the Pathogens: Norovirus

Resistant to some disinfectants, #norovirus is as persistent as they come. But don’t underestimate it. Norovirus can cause severe nausea and dehydration, especially in young children.

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Meet the Pathogens: HMPV

HMPV is a little late to the party each year, but don’t let that fool you—it packs a real punch. Discovered in 2001, HMPV can cause both upper and lower respiratory disease in people of all ages.

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Meet the Pathogen: COVID

COVID is switching things up to keep up with the latest trends, causing anything from mild fatigue to severe illness or lasting symptoms. COVID can be serious for older people, especially those with preexisting health conditions.

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Follow @wastewaterscan.bsky.social to see how they turn weekly wastewater samples into public health data, tracking trends in infectious diseases.

Plus, check out their new #MeetThePathogens series to learn about the pathogens they monitor nationwide, 365 days a year 🦠

Meet the Pathogen: RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)

RSV spreads through air droplets or by direct contact—lurking on surfaces for hours. Most common in winter and early spring, RSV can be especially serious for infants and older adults.

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Meet the Pathogen: #Influenza

Influenza is the respiratory virus that loves to crash your holiday plans. Most active in the fall and winter, Influenza brings symptoms like fever, cough, sore throat, headache, and joint pain.

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