Atypical pneumonia can be caused by some molds, viruses or bacteria, according to the American Lung Association. A common bacterium called mycoplasma pneumonia is often behind cases of walking pneumonia. Most people can recover on their own, but over-the-counter medicine can help ease symptoms.

Doctors are seeing a rise in the number of children falling sick with “walking pneumonia,” and cases could continue to climb. As colder months approach, the number of respiratory illnesses in children tend to go up.

A new CDC report has doctors and parents concerned, as data shows that children aged two through four are the highest-increasing group of walking pneumonia cases.

With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warning of a recent increase in cases of "walking pneumonia" what are the symptoms to watch for?

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Reports from the CDC show an increase in cases of walking pneumonia among young children. There are different types of pneumonia: bacterial, viral and atypical.

Doctors say they are seeing an unusual spike in walking pneumonia cases in parts of Canada, particularly in kids, but their message for parents is not to panic, as treatment options are available.

As the weather gets colder and sneezes and sniffles become more common, it’s important for parents to be aware of the potential health risks. A new rep

Emergency room physicians at Baton Rouge General Hospital are seeing more children come in sicker than they seem.