Lehigh Valley seeing highest flu rates in Pa. during one of the worst seasons in years

Lehigh Valley seeing highest flu rates in Pa. during one of the worst seasons in years

Lehigh and Northampton counties are among the worst areas in the state for flu infections, according to state Department of Health data. Statewide, the number of positive flu cases reported during the second week in February were the highest in five years, leading to more hospitalizations and deaths. The latest data also shows that for the first time in five years, more Pennsylvanians are dying from the flu rather than COVID-19 — although COVID …