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Flu Activity Rising Across the U.S., CDC Reports

At least 780,000 flu illnesses, 8,000 hospitalizations and 490 deaths estimated this fall as vaccination rates lag behind last year's numbers.

Overview

  • Flu activity is increasing across the United States, with seven states reporting high levels of illnesses.
  • Flu activity was moderate but rising in New York City, Arkansas, California, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.
  • The CDC estimates at least 780,000 flu illnesses, at least 8,000 hospitalizations and at least 490 flu-related deaths so far this fall.
  • About 35% of U.S. adults and 33% of children have been vaccinated against flu, which is down compared to last year.
  • Flu vaccination rates are better than rates for the other two main respiratory viruses — COVID-19 and RSV.