Flu hospitalizations nearly double in one week as cases climb

Flu activity is erupting around the country,

New data shows hospitalizations saw a sharp rise, with the number of patients admitted with influenza nearly doubling in one week.

N.J. is having one of the worst flu seasons in America right now as cases surge

New Jersey is among a small group of states with “very high” flu activity, according to newly-released numbers. Nationwide, hospitalizations nearly doubled in a single week.

Flu hospitalizations nearly double in one week as cases climb

Health experts are sounding the alarm as flu activity surges nationwide, with most states reporting high or very high levels.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates at least 7.5 million Americans have gotten sick from the flu this season. The agency reports the illness has led to 3,100 deaths so far, including eight children.RELATED STORY | Flu cases are rising. Heres whats driving the surge and how to protect yourselfThere were…