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Flu season is in full swing and unfortunately just in time for the holidays.
The Centers for Disease Control says that infection has already killed 1,800 people since the official season began in late September.
It’s sickened at least 3.7 million others and sent 32,000 to the hospital.
Not only is flu season striking faster and earlier than usual, it is also bringing an odd mix of viruses.
Influenza B, which hits kids harder than adults, typically shows up later in the season.
This year, it’s been seen in 60% of the specimens collected at public health labs.
The CDC does not expect new cases to slow down anytime soon so the agency is reminding people it’s not too late to get a flu shot.
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