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Flu Outbreak Surges: 820,000 Hospitalized as Deaths Rise

2/17/2025

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A fierce influenza outbreak is sweeping across the U.S., with an alarming 29-51 million infections and up to 820,000 hospitalizations since October. The CDC warns that flu-related deaths have now outpaced those from COVID-19. With vaccination rates dropping, health officials are urgently calling for immediate vaccinations to protect communities and reduce severe illness.

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A fierce influenza outbreak is sweeping across the U.S., with an alarming 29-51 million infections and up to 820,000 hospitalizations since October. The CDC warns that flu-related deaths have now outpaced those from COVID-19. With vaccination rates dropping, health officials are urgently calling for immediate vaccinations to protect communities and reduce severe illness.