Walking Pneumonia Cases Are Spiking; How to Spot the Symptoms

Walking pneumonia is a less serious form of lung infection often caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Most kids with this type of pneumonia do not feel sick enough to stay home, hence the name "walking" pneumonia. But even a child who feels fine should stay home for a few days until antibiotic treatment kicks in and symptoms improve. Read on to know more.