Flu, RSV cases are on the rise in Arizona – KJZZ

Arizona Department of Health Services

Arizona has confirmed 1,252 RSV cases so far this season.

Influenza and RSV casesare on the rise in Arizona.

Last year, Arizona saw record-breaking flu and RSV caseloads. Cases dont appear to be surging to those levels again this season, but the viruses are spreading.

This fall, the Arizona Department of Health Services has already tracked more than twice as many flu cases than whats typical for this time of year.

RSV caseloads have been at average levels so far this year, but confirmed cases of the virus have increased about 21% just since last week.

Both viruses usually peak in December or January. Medical expertsrecommend an annual flu vaccinefor everyone 6 months and older. There is alsoa new RSV vaccine available this yearfor adults over 60 and pregnant women.

Arizona Department of Health Services

Arizona has confirmed 2,605 influenza cases so far this season.

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