Flu Activity 'Very High' In Washington [View all]

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OLYMPIA, WA — State health officials this month are renewing a push for more people to get their flu shots, as illnesses and hospitalizations trend upward heading into the coldest months of the year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu activity in the United States typically peaks between December and February.

In a news release just before Thanksgiving, the state Department of Health noted local flu cases were rapidly rising, and related hospitalizations reached their highest rate in a decade for this time of year. According to an update shared Monday, influenza activity is now classified as "very high" in Washington, with seven lab-confirmed deaths recorded across the state this season.

DOH said the most common flu strain this year is influenza A, or H3N2, which is usually associated with more severe symptoms.

Flu illnesses can present serious complications for at-risk groups, including patients who are under 5 years old, 65 and older, or pregnant, along with those who are immunocompromised or with chronic health conditions.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/flu-activity-very-high-in-washington/ar-AA14FiTW

Thankfully I've already had my flu shot.