Upcoming flu outbreaks will be less predictable than those of the past. Source: https://www.livescience.com/offseason-flu-respiratory-infections.html
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Flu season may be very mild this year, thanks to COVID-19 precautions
Flu activity in the U.S. right now is at “historical lows,” according to a new report. Source: https://www.livescience.com/flu-season-mild-covid-19-precautions.html
FDA Approves $5 Rapid Coronavirus Test That Doesn’t Require Special Computer
schwit1 writes: The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized the first rapid coronavirus test that doesn’t need any special computer equipment to get results. The 15-minute test from Abbott Laboratories will sell for $5, giving it a competitive edge over similar tests that need to be popped into a small machine. The self-contained test is the size of a credit…
Second wave of coronavirus likely to be even more devastating, CDC director warns
If COVID-19 resurges at the peak of flu season this winter, the health care system will be even more strained than it is now, CDC director Redfield warns. Source: https://www.livescience.com/covid-19-second-wave-flu-season.html
Despite a ‘double-barreled’ flu season, the vaccine is mostly doing its job
This year’s flu shot is working relatively well to prevent influenza, particularly among children. Source: https://www.livescience.com/flu-shot-effectiveness-2019-2020-season.html
Flu season is getting weirder
Officials are seeing a new spike in flu activity as a second strain of flu hits on the heels of the first. Source: https://www.livescience.com/flu-season-weird-h1n1-increase.html
Child Flu Deaths Hit Record High for This Time of Year
This year’s flu season is shaping up to be a severe one, particularly for children. Source: https://www.livescience.com/flu-deaths-children.html