Flu is on the rise, but not yet at record highs, says CDC
- Charles Reams 1
- Jan 7
- 1 min read
The CDC has declared the 2025-2026 flu season the “highest level ever,” but it’s clearly on the rise.
However, the rise of acute respiratory illness (ARI) hit a record high for the first time, said the CDC. Influenza A viruses are the most common type detected in late December, the CDC said in a report.
Eight flu-associated pediatric deaths were reported in week 51.
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