After COVID-19 NPIs lifted, respiratory infections reverted toward pre pandemic seasonality, with winter peaks for RSV and Influenza A. Multiplex PCR surveillance highlighted rhinovirus dominance and limited HMPV co infections.

Flu cases and hospitalizations are surging, already breaking last season's records. Here's where activity is highest, what symptoms to watch for and how to protect yourself.

As flu season peaks, and with several other illnesses going around, here's how to stay safe and healthy this season in Michigan.

The data goes back to 2004 when flu became a reportable disease so the severity of the current flu season is in comparison to the last two decades. It could be the worst flu season in years with more serious illness than seen in recent years, according to New York State Department of Health data.

Why are flu seasons in NY worse than ever since the COVID-19 era? Several factors are behind it, including post-pandemic immune system impacts.