Thanksgiving, other holiday gatherings worry medical experts as cases of RSV, COVID, flu could spike after the holiday

Thanksgiving, other holiday gatherings worry medical experts as cases of RSV, COVID, flu could spike after the holiday

Emergency departments across the state are seeing sharp increases in visits for upper respiratory viruses like RSV, COVID-19 and the flu. Doctors told ABC11 that the spread can be prevented by handwashing, wearing masks and vaccines. The vast majority of these viruses can be treated at home with rest and hydration, but people with underlying health conditions are more at risk. As the holidays approach, doctors have concerns. "I'm a little worried with the holidays upcoming we're already seeing a …