New virus has parents on high alert

Keep a close eye on your child if they start sneezing or develop a runny nose.

HealthCARE Express wants you to make sure you know the symptoms of the EV-D68 Virus.

This respiratory virus known as EV-D68 is sweeping the nation.

The symptoms, which are sneaky, mimic severe colds, allergies and asthma:

• Cold - Runny nose, sneezing

• Allergies - Runny nose, sneezing, itchy, watery eyes

• EV-D68 Virus - Runny nose, sneezing, coughing, wheezing, fever, body and muscle aches      

Managing partner for HealthCARE Express Dr. Reynolds said, "This virus is a scary reality for parents across the nation right now. We are warning people to be on the lookout for symptoms that usually occur in colds or allergies, but just seem a little bit worse. Wheezing is a key symptom that shouldn't be overlooked in the face of this virus."

 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, wheezing is the biggest indicator that children are suffering from the EV-D68 virus.  Children under the age of 5 and those with asthma are at high risk for this virus. 

A few common tips to prevent this virus along with others viruses are:  

• Wash hands with warm water and soap

• Cover your nose and mouth if you cough or sneeze

• Wipe down communal surfaces with antibacterial wipes

• Avoid those that are sick

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