Flu Cases Surge to 2009 Pandemic Levels: CDC Reports Soaring Illness
Influenza levels in the U.S. have surged to their highest point since the 2009 swine flu pandemic, with nearly 8% of outpatient respiratory illness visits attributed to the flu. This second wave of the season surpasses recent years’ peaks, driving overall respiratory illness levels to “very high.” While most states currently exhibit high or very high influenza activity, a decline is anticipated in many areas. Despite the severity, current cases are attributed to typical seasonal variants, not a novel strain.
John Q. Hosedrinker