Influenza Cases Declining in Saxony, While Thuringia Faces Severe Outbreak

Saxony reports a 20% drop in new influenza cases, but fatalities persist; Thuringia struggles with its most severe flu season in years, with over 17,000 cases and 53 deaths.

• Saxony has seen a 20% reduction in new influenza cases over the past week, with 2,300 new infections reported.
• Despite the decline, Saxony has recorded 132 influenza-related deaths since January 2025, including 18 in the past week, primarily among the elderly.
• Thuringia is experiencing one of its most severe influenza seasons, with over 17,000 cases since October 2024—more than double the previous season's total.
• Thuringia has reported 53 influenza-related deaths this season, with 46 directly attributed to the virus, and nearly 1,550 hospitalizations.
• RSV infections are significantly affecting young children and the elderly in both regions, with three RSV-related deaths reported in Saxony last week.

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