Respiratory Illness

Respiratory illness data, COVID-19, flu, and RSV

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Viral respiratory season runs from October through the end of May, typically peaking between December and February.

We track hospitalizations because it shows the severity of the illness in our community.

Current data

Respiratory illness data trends since October 1, 2025

Respiratory illness hospitalization count

2024-2025 season trends

Flu hospitalizations increased from the previous season, while COVID-19 hospitalizations dropped significantly. Between October 1, 2024 and April 1, 2025, there were 302 respiratory-related hospitalizations in Mesa County, including:

128 flu-related hospitalizations
89 COVID-19-related hospitalizations
85 RSV-related hospitalizations

Line graph showing hospitalization rates for COVID-19, flu, and RSV from October 1, 2024 to April 1, 2025.

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Prevention is powerful.

COVID-19

Testing:

Rapid tests available through retail stores and medical provider offices.

Treatment:

Treatment is available and helps to prevent more severe disease in some populations. Talk to your medical provider.

Flu

Testing:

Flu tests available at medical provider offices.

Treatment:

Treatment is available and helps to prevent more severe disease in some populations. Talk to your medical provider.

RSV

Testing:

RSV tests available at medical provider offices.

Treatment: There is no treatment for RSV beyond supportive care.

Respiratory Illness