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US flu hospitalizations hit highest mid-October rate since 2010-11

Original: "This is the highest early-season hospital rate for mid-October since the 2010-11 flu season. People who are 50 and olde

Flu hospitalization rates in mid-October have reached their highest early-season level since the 2010-11 season, prompting concern that the outbreak is arriving earlier and harder than usual. Health commentators are urging people aged 50 and older to consider the newer mRNA flu shot, which showed better performance in clinical trials than the standard vaccine and has a strong safety record. Experts warn early surges can strain hospitals ahead of winter.

Why now: An unusually early and severe start to the flu season is raising public health concerns ahead of winter.

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• "This is the highest early-season hospital rate for mid-October since the 2010-11 flu season. People who are 50 and older have the option of getting an mRNA flu shot, which has an excellent safety profile and performed better in clinical trials than the standard vaccine. Don't… · AkaSci@fosstodon.org · 17

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