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A map of the United States shows levels acute respiratory illness across the United States. New Hampshire is reporting very high levels of illness. (CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL)

CONWAY — The Granite State (along with Hawaii) is at the top of the CDC's list of states with high levels of upper respiratory viruses. As a result, hospital beds in New Hampshire are filling up, and hospitals are asking patients, visitors and staff to mask up to keep illness at bay.

New Hampshire Hospital Association President Steve Ahnen said the use of masks "ensures hospitals and health care facilities are safe places for patients to receive both routine and emergency care.”

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