Unusual surge of "walking pneumonia" reported in young kids this year
Briefly

The increase in 2-4-year-olds diagnosed with Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections is notable, as these infections have historically impacted school-age children more than younger ones.
Current emergency room data confirmed about 7% of pneumonia cases in young children were correctly attributed to the Mycoplasma pneumoniae bacteria, indicating a concerning trend.
Health officials in various states, including Wisconsin and Illinois, have reported unusual clusters of pneumonia cases among children and young adults, highlighting the spread of Mycoplasma pneumoniae.
Testing data indicates that trends are more than 14 times higher compared to last year, signifying an alarming rise in pneumonia cases among the young.
Read at Cbsnews
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