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Axios
7 months ago
Public health

Flu shows signs of a comeback after holiday hiatus

Flu activity is increasing in the Midwest and parts of the South, indicating a second wave.
More than half of Americans have not received a flu shot, increasing the risk of sustained high levels of disease spread. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
8 months ago
Coronavirus

One-two punch of COVID and flu is hitting L.A. County hard

Coronavirus cases are high and rising in California, coinciding with a spike in flu activity.
The wastewater concentration of SARS-CoV-2 has reached 60% of last winter's peak in Los Angeles County. [ more ]
Ars Technica
8 months ago
OMG science

CDC reports dips in flu, COVID-19, and RSV-though levels still very high

Seasonal flu activity declined in the first week of the year, but it may only be temporary.
COVID-19 data also showed some dips, but wastewater activity levels remain high. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
9 months ago
Coronavirus

Flu is on the rise in California. These counties have it the worst as season nears peak

Flu activity is increasing in California and is expected to peak in the next few months.
The central region of the state has the most flu activity. [ more ]
Axios
7 months ago
Public health

Flu shows signs of a comeback after holiday hiatus

Flu activity is increasing in the Midwest and parts of the South, indicating a second wave.
More than half of Americans have not received a flu shot, increasing the risk of sustained high levels of disease spread. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
8 months ago
Coronavirus

One-two punch of COVID and flu is hitting L.A. County hard

Coronavirus cases are high and rising in California, coinciding with a spike in flu activity.
The wastewater concentration of SARS-CoV-2 has reached 60% of last winter's peak in Los Angeles County. [ more ]
Ars Technica
8 months ago
OMG science

CDC reports dips in flu, COVID-19, and RSV-though levels still very high

Seasonal flu activity declined in the first week of the year, but it may only be temporary.
COVID-19 data also showed some dips, but wastewater activity levels remain high. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
9 months ago
Coronavirus

Flu is on the rise in California. These counties have it the worst as season nears peak

Flu activity is increasing in California and is expected to peak in the next few months.
The central region of the state has the most flu activity. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
10 months ago
Public health

Health officials: Flu is soaring in seven US states

The U.S. flu season is underway with high levels of illnesses reported in several states.
Flu activity is rising earlier than usual, with cases reported in November this year.
The CDC estimates at least 780,000 flu illnesses, 8,000 hospitalizations, and 490 flu-related deaths so far this fall. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
10 months ago
Public health

Does the flu shot make you sick and do you need it every year? California doctors answer

Misconceptions and conspiracies surrounding the flu vaccine cause hesitation.
Flu activity in California typically peaks between December and February.
Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
10 months ago
Public health

Health officials: Flu is soaring in seven US states

The U.S. flu season is underway with high levels of illnesses reported in several states.
Flu activity is rising earlier than usual, with cases reported in November this year.
The CDC estimates at least 780,000 flu illnesses, 8,000 hospitalizations, and 490 flu-related deaths so far this fall. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
10 months ago
Public health

Does the flu shot make you sick and do you need it every year? California doctors answer

Misconceptions and conspiracies surrounding the flu vaccine cause hesitation.
Flu activity in California typically peaks between December and February.
Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu. [ more ]
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