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CDC Reports Mild Flu Season Amid Rising RSV Cases

12/13/2025

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Flu activity is low across most of the U.S., with high levels only in Colorado, Louisiana, New Jersey, and New York.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports a mild flu season so far, despite concerns about the H3N2 variant.
Pediatric flu deaths have reached 288, matching the worst recorded season.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases are increasing, especially in the South and mid-Atlantic, though new vaccines may provide assistance.
COVID-19 activity remains low, with only 7% of children and 15% of adults vaccinated this season, as the CDC has ceased recommending COVID-19 shots.

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Story summary

Flu activity is low across most of the U.S., with high levels only in Colorado, Louisiana, New Jersey, and New York.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports a mild flu season so far, despite concerns about the H3N2 variant.
Pediatric flu deaths have reached 288, matching the worst recorded season.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases are increasing, especially in the South and mid-Atlantic, though new vaccines may provide assistance.
COVID-19 activity remains low, with only 7% of children and 15% of adults vaccinated this season, as the CDC has ceased recommending COVID-19 shots.