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Patricia Pinto-Garcia
Coverage of Patricia Pinto-Garcia in the Nexus archive.
- Highly contagious stomach bug spreads fast, hitting certain patients hardest
A highly contagious rotavirus is surging in the U.S., primarily affecting infants, young children, and elderly populations in nursing homes. Declining vaccination rates and post-pandemic disruptions are cited as key factors, with CDC data showing increased positive test rates. Experts warn of reduced herd immunity and rising healthcare visits linked to the outbreak.