US Cuts Number of Vaccines Recommended for Every Child
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Influenza has caused 3,100 deaths and 81,000 hospitalizations among 7.5 million flu cases so far this respiratory disease season.
UPMC's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Donald Yealy, advises everyone to get a flu shot and emphasized that it's not too late to do so, as they've seen a spike in
Nine pediatric deaths related to influenza have been reported so far this season, according to the CDC. One of those deaths was reported in the last reporting week.
In Colorado, the state reported its first pediatric flu death in December, as doctors warned that the current virus has hit children hard.
By prioritizing vaccination and preventive measures, individuals can help mitigate the impact of respiratory illnesses and protect themselves and their community.
South Carolina was among the states experiencing the highest level of flu spread in the U.S. to end 2025, according to the latest data reported by the CDC.
Influenza activity surged to very high levels across Iowa in late December, driving sharp increases in respiratory-related emergency department visits statewide.