New flu strain drives surge in US cases; experts warn season far from over, 18 million affected
Flu activity in the US shows a slight dip after intense spread, but health officials warn the season isn't over. Millions have fallen ill, with thousands hospitalized and hundreds dead, including children. A vaccine mismatch with the dominant H3N2 strain is a concern, though shots still protect against severe illness. Experts urge continued vaccination.
Flu activity in the US shows a slight dip after intense spread, but health officials warn the season isn't over. Millions have fallen ill, with thousands hospitalized and hundreds dead, including children. A vaccine mismatch with the dominant H3N2 strain is a concern, though shots still protect against severe illness. Experts urge continued vaccination.
