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- The Alabama Department of Public Health reports statewide high flu activity and a 5% rise in diagnoses over the past week, following the death of an 11-year-old boy.
- Doctors warn the aggressive flu strain H3N2 is spreading rapidly.
- Emergency departments statewide report increased patient volumes.
- Medical professionals urge vaccination, saying it is not too late for the flu shot.
- Experts anticipate a challenging flu season, especially in January and February.
