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Health experts warn that this flu season may extend into spring, with notable cases of influenza A and B continuing to circulate.

Latvia reports 6 flu-related deaths last week, bringing the total to 28 since the season started, with ongoing circulation of flu viruses in the country.

The WA government has introduced a $140 million plan to enhance healthcare capacity and vaccine initiatives to prevent a recurrence of last year's severe flu season.

Western Australians aged 65 and older living in residential aged care will receive free RSV vaccinations following a severe flu season, with the program expected to significantly improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

The flu season started earlier this year than last year, and the health office confirms that illness rates remain high.

Pole vault European champion Wilma Murto announced on Instagram that illness has prevented her from competing this indoor season.

Italy's flu season is peaking with an anticipated total of 14 to 16 million cases, although no emergency has been declared, according to virologist Fabrizio Pregliasco.

Over 1000 people have died from the flu in Poland this season, with health authorities emphasizing the importance of vaccination and public health measures.

In Estonia, respiratory virus circulation remains high, with a significant rise in flu, COVID-19, and RSV cases, contributing to increased hospital visits, especially among children under 14.

A 2012-born child has died from the flu in Klaipeda County, raising the flu death toll this season to 42, according to the National Public Health Center.

Doctors are urging people to seek medical attention if a cough persists for over a week, as it may indicate a more serious health issue amidst the ongoing cold and flu season.

February is known for a peak season of influenza and colds, but after high flu levels in December, the worst might already be over.

Amid a severe flu season, US officials have stopped fully recommending flu shots, causing concern among experts regarding the safety of children.

The number of reported flu cases in Croatia continues to decrease for the third consecutive week, yet hospitals remain significantly overwhelmed, with this season's hospitalizations and severe cases much higher than last year.

Although the number of new flu cases in Croatia continues to decline for the third consecutive week, hospitals remain significantly burdened with hospitalizations and severe cases being much higher this season compared to last year according to the Croatian Institute of Public Health.

This article provides a simple recipe for a warming drink made from ginger, garlic, turmeric, lemon, and honey to boost immunity during the cold and flu season.

This article suggests a warming drink made from ginger, garlic, turmeric, lemon, and honey to help boost immunity during cold and flu season.

The Chilean government has contracted Chinese company Sinovac to provide flu vaccines for its nationwide immunization campaign starting in March, marking the second consecutive year of collaboration.

Nearly 15,000 nurses in New York City are poised to strike, disrupting operations at several major hospitals during a particularly challenging flu season.

Doctors warn about the importance of recognizing early flu symptoms such as fever, headache, and body aches, especially as the flu season is notably severe this year.

As cold and flu season peaks, the article emphasizes the importance of diet, highlighting that red peppers contain more vitamin C than oranges, which many people commonly consume to boost their immune system.

The flu is surging, especially during the holiday season with a significant rise in cases and calls for high-risk groups to get vaccinated due to a sharp increase in ICU admissions.

During the 2025/2026 flu season in Croatia, a total of 33,945 cases were reported as of January 4, 2026, with 4,174 new cases registered in the first week of the year, attributed to the reduced number of working days rather than a real decrease in flu spread.

A new strain of influenza has infected over 2,500 Australians, raising concerns that this could be the worst flu season in 35 years as health authorities remain on alert.

This article discusses the unusual early onset of the flu season with a different virus strain and emphasizes the importance of vaccination as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.

A study from South Korea suggests that regular consumption of kimchi can strengthen immunity and activate key defensive cells in the body, particularly relevant during the flu season.

A study from South Korean researchers suggests that regular consumption of kimchi may enhance the immune system amidst concerns over a new virus strain during the 2025-2026 flu season.

The US has reported a significant increase in influenza cases in December, following the most severe flu season since 2018, with over 3,100 deaths recorded from the virus in the year ending August 2025.

Hospitals across the country are overwhelmed as flu cases have surged during the holiday season, prompting the EODY to strongly recommend vaccination and protective measures.

The flu season in Varaždin County has begun unusually early, with a reported surge in cases following the holidays, highlighting a serious outbreak despite a temporary decline in notifications.

The flu season is intensifying in Italy with a rise in cases of the K variant of the influenza A virus, leading to millions affected and more complex symptoms this year.

In 2025, the flu season began unusually early and intensified more than in previous years, affecting countries worldwide, with notable outbreaks in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Croatia has reported its fifth flu-related death this season, with nearly 30,000 cases logged as recorded by health authorities, indicating a significantly more intense flu season compared to previous years.

The flu season in Croatia has started unusually early this year, leading to a significant increase in cases and hospitalizations, prompting stricter visitor restrictions in some hospitals as the peak of the season approaches around New Year's.

Experts warn of a significant rise in flu cases among children, raising concerns about transmission to adults and emphasizing vaccination during the holiday season.

This article discusses the current flu season, referred to as 'super flu', examining its dangers and the spread of the H3N2 K subtype of the flu virus.

A recent surge in viral infections, including seasonal flu and RSV, has overwhelmed pediatric hospitals in Greece as many parents and children ignored basic protective measures during the holiday season.

The NHS provides guidance on how to distinguish between cold and flu symptoms, emphasizing the frequency of colds during the winter season due to increased virus spread in crowded indoor environments.

A health expert clarifies the existence of 'man flu' and discusses its impact on men compared to women during the severe flu season in the UK.

When the opera visit turns into a coughing aria due to flu and cold season, many attendees do not want their tickets to go to waste, even when they are sick.

This year's flu is spreading unusually early in Europe, driven by a new influenza A strain, H3N2, according to a report by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control.