MDH reports spike in respiratory illnesses at schools
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January 24, 2025 - 12:34 AM
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Spike in respiratory illnesses at schools
The day's local, regional and national news, detailed events and late-breaking stories are presented by the ABC 6 News Team, along with the latest sports, weather updates including the extended forecast.
(ABC 6 News) — The Minnesota Department of Health says state schools saw a spike in respiratory illnesses last week.
There were 94 newly reported outbreaks in schools across the state for the week of January 12. That is a jump from only 16 the week prior.
These outbreaks include cases of influenza, RSV, and COVID-19.
Schools report an outbreak to MDH when 10% of students are out from school on a given day with respiratory illness symptoms.