Cases of flu-like symptoms in Michigan rated at "very high" by CDC
Michigan health officials say only 23% of Michigan residents have received this year's influenza vaccine.
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Michigan health officials say only 23% of Michigan residents have received this year's influenza vaccine.
The CDC estimated there have been at least 11 million flu cases as of December 27.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now listing the 2025-26 influenza season as "moderately severe." CBS News has this report.
The CDC estimates at least 7.2 million flu cases nationwide this season as of Dec. 20. Data shows that Michigan is seeing a "very high" influenza-like illness (ILI) activity level.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
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Since flu season is still ongoing, data is preliminary and may change, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Experts say it will likely increase.
The latest deaths were reported in Kent County, Michigan.
A Macomb County child has died as a result of influenza, the third such case in Michigan confirmed this month.
Two Michigan children recently died as a result of seasonal influenza A, state health officials said.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
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