Priya Menon Priya Menon Scientific Media Editor at Curetalk

Worst Flu Outbreak In US Since 2009, 18 Children Dead

Flu season off to a start

Flu season off to a start

 

US is in the grip of an early flu outbreak, cited by many as one of the most severe observed in the last 10 years. Three flu like epidemics are being predicted in the annual flu season with aggressive forms of flu virus.

 

Flu outbreak as shown on FoxNews

Flu outbreak across the nation…

 

Fox 9 News reports that

Hospitals in the state are reporting more flu cases this year than at the height of the 2009 H1N1 flu outbreak.

 

Flu season at its most severe in 2013

Flu season at its most severe in 2013

 

New York Daily News reports that there have been over 15,000 flu cases in New York and one child has died of flu complications.

41 states are reporting widespread flu outbreaks. Boston declared a public health emergency on Wednesday.

 

Flu shots for protection

Get vaccinated for protection from flu.

 

Amidst clogged emergency rooms and spreading panic across the nation, keep yourself safe. Get vaccinated and stay warm.

 

Flu protection tips

Few tips that offer protection from flu.

 

 

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