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CDC Reports 20 Million Flu Cases, Second Peak Expected

2/5/2026

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CDC Warns Flu Surge

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates the United States has 20 million illnesses, 270,000 hospitalizations, and 11,000 deaths this season.
Doctors expect a "second peak" as influenza B rises with influenza A.
Experts say people can contract different strains in one season and should vaccinate.
New York reports a drop in cases as cold weather drives transmission.
The flu season is expected to continue for several more months.

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Manal Mohammed Dispels Myths

Manal Mohammed, medical microbiologist, says cold weather does not significantly raise the risk of catching a cold or flu.
She explains illnesses are more common in winter because viruses spread via respiratory droplets and person-to-person contact.
Cold conditions can prolong virus survival and drive indoor crowding, increasing transmission risk.
Forecasts predict light snow and temperatures from 20 to 29 degrees, with no significant health impacts from COPD or arthritis.

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CDC Warns Flu Surge

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates the United States has 20 million illnesses, 270,000 hospitalizations, and 11,000 deaths this season.
Doctors expect a "second peak" as influenza B rises with influenza A.
Experts say people can contract different strains in one season and should vaccinate.
New York reports a drop in cases as cold weather drives transmission.
The flu season is expected to continue for several more months.

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