US EditionFlu season in the US is the most intense it’s been in at least 15 years
- The flu season in the U.S. is reported to be the most intense in at least 15 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- The CDC estimates that there have been at least 24 million flu illnesses, 310,000 hospitalizations, and 13,000 deaths this season, including at least 57 children.
- Last week, 43 states reported high or very high flu activity, indicating widespread impact across the country.
- Health officials recommend that everyone 6 months and older receive an annual flu vaccination to help combat the virus.
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The winter virus season in the US is in full swing, and according to visits to doctors' offices for flu-like symptoms, it is the most intense in the last 15 years.
US CDC says flu cases highest in the country in 15 years; preventive measures to keep yourself protected
Flu cases have been surging across the United States, according to the latest estimates of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released on Friday. There have been at least 24 million illnesses, 310,000 hospitalisations, and 13,000 deaths from flu so far this season in the US. CDC said, "Seasonal influenza activity remains elevated and continues to increase across the country." The country reported 10 influenza-associated pae…
The winter virus season in the United States is at its peak and, according to one statistic, is the most intense in 15 years.
Illinois flu cases surge in most intense respiratory virus season in at least 15 years
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lists Illinois in the high category for flu cases, and across the Chicago area, emergency department visits, hospital admissions, and ICU admissions for the flu are currently higher than the peak of last season.
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