New Flu Strain and Low Vaccination Rates Could Mean Aggressive Flu Season Ahead

discovermagazine - Starting in 2025, this year’s flu season is spreading early, and with vaccination rates low and a novel virus strain, health experts are warning that it could be a rough one.

AI Summary: Early indicators for this year’s U.S. flu season reveal a paradox—while overall flu activity remains low, the emergence of a new virus strain combined with declining vaccination rates is prompting health experts to warn of a potentially aggressive surge later in the season. Immediate vigilance and ramped‐up vaccination are urged.

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