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.
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, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's weekly flu report .
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.
This Flu Season Is the Worst in a Decade. Here Are 3 Ways To Stay Protected
Flu season is in full force in the United States. At least 310,000 flu-related hospitalizations and 13,000 deaths have been reported since October, according to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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.
Flu season reaches high severity level; 191 died in Massachusetts
Seasonal influenza virus infection is linked to 19,000 deaths nationwide, including 86 pediatric cases, according to the Feb. 15 CDC surveillance report.
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.
South Carolina sees rise in flu cases, deaths this year
Flu deaths and cases in South Carolina have increased this year compared to last, according to the Herald. The South Carolina Department of Public Health reported 139 flu-related deaths for the season as of the week of February 9 through February 15,
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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Virologist sounds alarm on aggressive flu season, avian influenza and CDC cuts
Dr. Angela Rasmussen, a virologist and professor at the University of Saskatchewan, told "The Gee and Ursula Show" on KIRO ...
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 ...
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 ...
Why has the flu season been so bad this year? A new study explores
Journalist Alex Berenson gives insight into one of the worst flu seasons in decades and shares why he believes 2020 destroyed ...
Notice to providers after Minnesota child develops rare brain inflammation linked to flu
The Minnesota Department of Health recently issued a notice to healthcare providers after a child under the age of two was ...
Ohio DoH confirms first flu-related pediatric death of the season, warns of high activity
The Ohio Department of Health has confirmed the first pediatric flu-associated death of the season after a teenager died in ...
Flu activity 'elevated' in US but showing signs of abating, CDC data shows
Flu activity remains "elevated" in the U.S. but is starting to show signs of abating, according to new CDC data published ...