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Flu season quickly approaches Central Georgia

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Flu cases in Georgia breaking records not seen in more than a decade, CDC director says

Dr. Rochelle Walensky addresses concerns over the "triple-demic."
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Many Atlantans say they're skipping out on this year's flu shot

Doctors say vaccine fatigue may lead to higher flu numbers.
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Georgia leads the nation in flu cases, experts say

While flu season usually kicks off in fall and winter, the flu and other respiratory illnesses have picked up, especially in kids.
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Central Georgia health experts urge vaccination as flu season arrives

"It's definitely more important to get your flu shot this year than ever before because we're going to see that rise again," says Resident Physician Brewer Carter
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Experts say some kids need two doses of the flu vaccine. What parents need to know

Experts urge families not to delay getting a flu shot as soon as it's available, which is especially important for kids who may need two doses.
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Georgia seeing high flu activity amid COVID-19 surge

The Centers for Disease Control are currently showing the state of Georgia hitting the "very high" spectrum for flu activity.
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'These things can progress to something very severe': Georgia sees uptick in child flu cases

State data shows kids 4 and under account for nearly 40% of the more than 17,000 flu-related doctor visits in Georgia so far this season
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Georgia sees nation's 2nd-highest influenza rate this season

Nationwide, nearly 90 percent of flu like illnesses have occurred among people between 5 and 24 years old.
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Central Georgia doctors urge people to get flu vaccine ahead of possible severe season

Flu season's on its way here, with COVID-19 still packing hospitals with patients.
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Why don't we wear masks every cold and flu season?

It's been a milder than usual flu season and some believe masks are playing a role.
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VERIFY: Yes, this year's flu activity is far below average

Flu activity this season is at the lowest it's been in years. Experts think COVID-19 mitigation efforts are contributing to this.