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An earlier rise could affect people, health-care providers and workplaces in California and other West Coast states. The article does not quantify cases, hospitalizations or effects elsewhere in the country.
PUBLIC HEALTH ALERTS • UNITED STATES
Flu activity rises earlier than usual on the U.S. West Coast
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California’s flu test positivity rate is reported at 9.65%, well above the 1% rate described as normal for early October. The Guardian says health experts are encouraging annual vaccination as flu activity starts earlier than usual.
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