Coughs, sneezes and achy pains spreading the virus — it’s time to fight the flu. Flu season ramps up in the Triangle beginning in October, typically increasing to widespread status in December with a continued contagious climb throughout the winter and early spring. During 2021-2022, the CDC estimates that there were up to 54 million […]
Since October 1, 2017, WakeMed has had 360 positive flu tests, with 208 of those occurring within the last 10 days. (updated 1/11/18) Currently, WakeMed is seeing more adults than kids being admitted with flu. That said, it is important to remember that the flu is contagious a full day before symptoms occur. Often, rapid […]
In the Triangle, we’re experiencing what’s being referred to as a “late-peaking flu season”. Typically, the flu season experiences peak activity between December and February. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), flu activity can last as late as May! Recently, we’ve seen a slight increase in the flu, with most of the […]
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