Flu Outbreaks: U.S. Warnings Rise Amid H3N2 Strain
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- This report summarizes information regarding a new strain of the H3N2 flu virus and its potential impact on the current flu season.
- * New Strain: A new version of the H3N2 strain emerged in June, after this year's flu shots were formulated.
Flu Season Update – New H3N2 Strain (Final Self-Check) – drjenniferchen
This report summarizes information regarding a new strain of the H3N2 flu virus and its potential impact on the current flu season.
Key Concerns:
* New Strain: A new version of the H3N2 strain emerged in June, after this year’s flu shots were formulated.
* Mutations: This new H3N2 strain has acquired 7 new mutations over the summer, making it significantly different from the strain included in the current vaccine.
* Early & Severe Outbreaks: Outbreaks are occurring earlier and are more severe than usual in several countries.
* Government Shutdown Impact: The US CDC has limited recent data due to the government shutdown.
Geographic Impact:
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