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Flu classified as "high severity" nationwide, cases spike in Massachusetts
It's not just a spike but a "high severity" of flu cases nationwide for the first time in several years, according to the CDC. At Union Pharmacy it's driving people to come for th
Flu cases in Massachusetts highest in recent years. State: severity level 'very high'
Only 38% of Massachusetts residents have gotten their flu shot, according to state data. While there's "persistently elevated seasonal influenza cases," infections tied to COVID-19, RSV and norovirus are decreasing in the state, the commissioner said.
Massachusetts sees highest surge in flu cases in years
Doctors are seeing more respiratory illness caused by influenza than caused by COVID-19. “That’s the first time that’s happened since the pandemic,” said Dr. Paul Sax.
Flu cases surge in Massachusetts, reaching highest levels in 15 years
The CDC says flu rates in the United States have reached the highest level in 15 years. It seems like all respiratory infections are ramping up right now as we’re now in the thick of winter. But doctors say that getting vaccinated will keep you protected from getting seriously sick.
The flu is walloping Mass. in unusual second surge of the season: ‘It’s like a tsunami’
The flu is walloping every corner of Massachusetts in an unusual second surge of the season, with people reporting flu-like symptoms at rates higher than any other winter peak since before COVID struck five years ago, according to state data.
The severity of the flu in Mass. is ‘very high.’ Here’s what to know.
Massachusetts is seeing the highest level of the flu since before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Department of Public Health.
Flu cases in Mass. rise amid second surge of the winter season
Cases of influenza have increased across the Bay State since late December 2024, with a second surge detected in late January going into Feb. 1, according to DPH officials.
Flu cases spiking in Massachusetts, health officials say
Laboratory-confirmed influenza cases jumped from about 500 at the beginning of December to more than 9,500 at the beginning of February.
Flu cases spike in Massachusetts, "high severity" nationwide
There is a "high severity" of flu cases nationwide for the first time in several years, according to the CDC. WBZ-TV's Beth Germano reports.
Massachusetts sees highest number of flu cases in years and only 2 out of 5 people are vaccinated
The number of flu cases in Massachusetts is at its highest percentage in years, according to the Department of Public Health, ...
'A really bad flu season': Data, doctors report large number of illnesses in Massachusetts
"It's probably the worst flu season we've had in over a decade, in terms of number of cases," one doctor said.
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Flu cases are reaching new highs in Massachusetts this winter
State health leaders in Massachusetts are raising concerns about the flu, which is reaching rates that haven't been seen in years.
How to protect yourself against the flu wave gripping Mass.
But public health experts say there are ways to protect yourself and those around you from contracting and spreading the flu.
Surge in flu cases prompt schools to take precautions, pharmacies to monitor inventories
Amid a surge in flu cases, one local pharmacy is working to make sure you have what you need in case you have symptoms, while ...