CDC Estimates 1 Million Flu Illnesses and 900 Deaths Amid Increasing Early-Season Activity

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Published: 2026-10-31
Category: health
Source: 2 Minute Medicine (citing CDC)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates at least 1,000,000 illnesses, 16,000 hospitalizations, and 900 deaths from influenza so far this season. The agency forecasts further increases in hospital admissions and emergency department visits related to flu.

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