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Friday, October 30, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
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Flu hospital stays hit their highest mid-October level since 2010

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CDC data show about 5.7% of flu tests coming back positive and hospital admissions rising, led by the Southeast. Overall activity is still rated low, and no child flu deaths have been reported this season. Doctors say now is the time to get vaccinated.

Source: Medical Daily

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