Flu cases are significantly higher than in previous years in the country. Texas ranks among the top states with the highest flu numbers in the “very high” category.
Right now, Texas is one of the top states for reported flu-like cases. State health officials said it's important to get your flu vaccine now with the holiday season right around the corner.This year’s flu season is shaping up to be the worst the country has seen in three years. Right now, Texas is ranked as one of the top states for reported flu-like cases.
Flu cases are significantly higher than in previous years in the country. Texas ranks among the top states with the highest flu numbers in the "very high" category. "Likely a result of all of those important precautions that we were taking to stop the spread of COVID-19 and those precautions were necessary to help keep our health care infrastructure intact and functioning and to help keep people safe," said Dr. Shuford.
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