US Flu Season Worsens with Rising Cases and New Variants

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Flu cases are rising in the US with early signs of a potentially severe season, driven by a new strain called subclade K that may evade immunity. Experts recommend vaccination, good hygiene, and avoiding travel when sick to reduce risk, as flu activity increases and hospitalizations rise.
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