More than 900 Californians have died from the flu so far this season amid low vaccine rates, state says
Of the 900 Californians who have succumbed to influenza this season, 15 were children, according to state public health data.
This year’s flu season is extra severe. Can you get it twice in one season?
Is it possible to get the flu twice in the same season? Experts share who is more likely to get reinfected and how to stay safe during this severe flu season.
These States Seeing Highest Rates As Flu Hospitalizations Spike Amid Worst Season In Years
The flu is surging across the United States, reaching its highest severity in 15 years. Overcrowded hospitals, long ER wait times, and visitor restrictions have made this one of the worst flu seasons in recent history.
Ontario’s flu season is the worst in years. Here’s what you need to know
Ontario is recording its worst season for flu cases in over a decade as infection rates have climbed in the last few weeks.
Flu cases up in RI by 50% from last season. Why this year is worse than others
PROVIDENCE – If you feel like everyone around you is getting influenza – also known as the flu – you may not be entirely wrong. Influenza cases were up by about 50% compared to last January, according to data from Rhode Island’s Department of Health.
CDC: Flu season worst in a decade
The current flu season is shaping up to be the worst in a decade. So far, there have been at least 29 million illnesses and 370,000 hospitalizations related to the flu -- the most since the 2015-2016 season,
Nearly 250 people have died from the flu in NC this season. What’s behind the outbreak?
Nearly 250 people in North Carolina have died from influenza since late last year, and case counts are still on the rise. There have been 246 flu-related deaths in North Carolina since Oct. 5, according to data from the N.
Flu season is peaking in these 13 states, data shows
With flu cases spiking in the U.S., the CDC released new stats for flu activity nationwide. Here are the states with the highest activity.
Mass. officials issue warning about pediatric flu complications
Mass. health officials said the state is seeing a “possible increase” in children having neurological complications ...
Why is this year’s flu season so bad? Doctors weigh in on symptoms and prevention
Doctor visits and hospitalizations for flu have hit a 15-year high. Why is this flu season so bad? Experts discuss influenza ...
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Flu season in the US is the most intense it’s been in at least 15 years
The U.S. winter virus season is in full force, and by one measure is the most intense in 15 years.
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Flu cases continue to hit Wisconsin in what experts are calling the worst flu season in nearly a decade
Chances are you have contracted the flu or know someone who has this flu season. That is something consistent throughout ...
Northern California doctors hope warmer weather will help stem worst flu season in years
Last week, four more children died from the flu in California – bringing the season total to 15 deaths. And the state health ...
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Some good news in the latest flu report from South Carolina health officials
There is a bit of good news in the latest flu report from South Carolina health officials. The latest report is data from Feb ...
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Flu season may be on the decline in Eau Claire County
Health officials said while they're seeing a decline, people of all ages in Eau Claire are still getting sick.
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Flu keeps grip on Texarkana area
Urgent care centers in the area are seeing a spike in flu cases as more patients seek treatment for symptoms like fever, body aches and fatigue.