CDC map shows dramatic increase in illness nationwide: See where it’s worst
01/21/24 at 03:05 AM
CDC map shows dramatic increase in illness nationwide: See where it’s worst
Nexstar Media Wire News / The Hill, by Alix Martichoux; 1/5/24
What a difference a week can make. New data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Friday shows an 18% jump in people testing positive for influenza last week. The number of people going to the doctor with symptoms of respiratory illness — whether it be the flu, COVID, RSV, or none of the above — also continues to trend upward. Now, according to the CDC, 21 states and New York City are experiencing “very high” levels of sickness.