Reported 12 months ago
Recent flu-like illness outbreaks are on the rise and in the midst of the flu season. Data shows over 100,000 emergency room visits due to flu-like symptoms in the 26th week (6/23-6/29), with 68 new severe flu complications reported last week (6/25-7/1), including 16 deaths. The majority of severe cases and deaths involved people who had not taken the flu vaccine, emphasizing the importance of seeking medical attention for respiratory distress or other severe symptoms. Public urged to maintain hygiene in crowded places during the summer vacation period.
Source: YAHOO