Latest Health Department data shows spike in respiratory virus activity
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Key Points:
- The Rhode Island Department of Health reports a significant increase in respiratory virus activity, including COVID-19, flu, and RSV cases, over the past three weeks.
- Emergency Department visits for flu have also risen, indicating heightened illness severity or spread.
- As of December 27, 2025, hospital admissions include 44 for COVID-19 and 147 for the flu, reflecting increased healthcare demand.
- The state has recorded 12 deaths due to COVID-19 and 5 deaths related to the flu during this period.
- Authorities continue to monitor the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
