<2> This flu-like illness you’ve never heard of is rising — what you need to know
<3> The Unsettling Rise of a Mysterious Illness
<4> With flu season slowly coming to a close, many of us are breathing a sigh of relief. However, a new and mysterious illness is beginning to raise concerns among health experts.
<5> What is this illness, and why should you be aware of it?
<6> The illness in question is known as adenovirus, a highly contagious virus that can cause a range of symptoms, from mild to severe.
<7> According to the World Health Organization (WHO), adenovirus is responsible for an estimated 5-10% of all respiratory infections worldwide.
<8> < href='https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/adenovirus' target='_blank'>Learn more about adenovirus from the WHO
<9> Symptoms of adenovirus can include fever, cough, sore throat, and fatigue, which are similar to those experienced during the flu.
<10> However, adenovirus can also cause more severe symptoms, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and even meningitis in rare cases.
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