The Flu has dominated headlines as of late, and for good reason.
Check out this recent chart of flu and flu-like symptoms:
(Source: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/weekly/index.htm)
As you can see, flu visits are dominating doctor's visits compared to recent history.
Not only that but it was reported on the news yesterday that at least 53 children have died so far this year from the flu.
That is well above seasonal norms.
Also, of importance is the age of the children.
We are not talking about 1 and 2 year old's only. We are talking about 7-8 year old's, and even some 10-12 year old's dying this year. Children who's immune systems should be fully developed.
That is especially concerning.
What places are the hardest hit?
(Source: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/index.htm)
As you can see, it's primarily affecting the midwest and the east coast.
The west coast hasn't been hit nearly as hard.
It is not really clear why that is at this point, but perhaps cold weather has something to do with it.