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New York Breaks Record with Highest Flu Cases in Two Decades

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Source: Gothamist
New York Breaks Record with Highest Flu Cases in Two Decades
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New York state is experiencing its most severe flu season on record, with a significant surge in cases and hospitalizations, driven by early and intense transmission, especially after holiday gatherings. Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination, early treatment, and protective measures like masks, as the season is expected to worsen before improving.

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  1. New York state has set a record for flu cases ahead of peak season  Gothamist
  2. NY State flu: Department of health reports over 71,000 cases, most ever recorded in 1 week  ABC7 New York
  3. Staten Island flu cases off the charts, as ‘super flu’ slams New York  SILive.com
  4. Flu Cases Climb to Highest Levels in New York State in Two Decades  The New York Times
  5. Bad flu season getting worse; skyrocketing cases set state record  USA Today

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