Georgia high school student dies from rare flu complication, family says

Bailey Cruse went to the doctor with what appeared to be normal flu-like symptoms. Days later, her family says she suffered a cardiac arrest and died at a local hospital.

• Feb 20

Atlanta church mourns pastor who died after sudden flu-related illness

A beloved Atlanta pastor has died from flu-related complications while visiting Mexico City, church officials confirmed Monday.

• Jan 14

Calhoun toddler hospitalized after flu complications lead to rare spinal condition

A 2-year-old girl from Calhoun remains hospitalized after a routine case of the flu developed into a rare neurological condition that left her unable to move her arms and legs.

• Jan 7

Georgia schools try to contain the flu as students head back to class

Georgia health officials expect flu cases to rise​ as people return to work and class, and schools are doing what they can to prevent the spread.

• Jan 5

Georgia health officials concerned as flu surge hits the state hard

Since Dec. 21, more than 300 people have been hospitalized with the flu across Georgia. Two people have died.

• Jan 2

Flu and RSV cases rise across Georgia as doctors urge prevention

Local reporting and CDC maps indicate that flu and RSV infections are rising in Georgia, with doctors observing an uptick in cases as the winter respiratory season begins.

• Dec 30, 2025

Flu cases spike nationwide as fewer Georgians get vaccinated

As flu cases surge across Georgia, doctors warn that fewer vaccinations and delayed prevention could worsen the spread heading into the holidays.

• Dec 22, 2025