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San Diego Faces Deadly Flu Season: Urgent Vaccination Needed

2/15/2025

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San Diego County is grappling with a harsh flu season, recording 30,000 confirmed cases and the tragic loss of four unvaccinated teenagers. Health officials urgently stress the need for vaccinations, noting that a staggering 80% of local youth have not received their flu shots. With heightened activity expected to persist, the call for action has never been more critical.

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Story summary

San Diego County is grappling with a harsh flu season, recording 30,000 confirmed cases and the tragic loss of four unvaccinated teenagers. Health officials urgently stress the need for vaccinations, noting that a staggering 80% of local youth have not received their flu shots. With heightened activity expected to persist, the call for action has never been more critical.