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69% of U.S. Kids Miss Vital Flu Treatments

1/18/2025

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This influenza season, a staggering 69% of U.S. children and adolescents in outpatient settings missed out on vital antiviral treatments, despite soaring flu rates. With symptoms like fever and body aches prevalent, timely vaccination and treatment are essential for protecting high-risk individuals from severe illness.

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Story summary

This influenza season, a staggering 69% of U.S. children and adolescents in outpatient settings missed out on vital antiviral treatments, despite soaring flu rates. With symptoms like fever and body aches prevalent, timely vaccination and treatment are essential for protecting high-risk individuals from severe illness.