We should have known. It took a deadly pandemic to wake us all up.
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This view of #ViralIllnesses and their potential long-term impacts may lead to research that will also help people with other little understood conditions, such as #ChronicFatigue syndrome and #fibromyalgia, which experts believe might be triggered by viral infections, Al-Aly said. #COVID

#LongFlu: Like #LongCovid, #influenza can also lead to lingering symptoms
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/long-flu-long-covid-influenza-can-also-lead-lingering-symptoms-rcna129787

Long flu: Like long Covid, influenza can also lead to lingering symptoms

The flu can also lead to long-lasting symptoms, similar to what's seen with long Covid. Long flu symptoms are more likely to affect the lungs, according to a new study.

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⚡️ Alarming surge in flu activity across the US, with Southern states hit hardest. Flu shot well-matched to circulating strains, potentially preventing infection or serious illness. Urgent call for vaccination and adherence to safety guidelines. Respiratory syncytial virus also spreading, impacting young children in Texas and the Southeast. Stay informed and take necessary precautions to protect health during the holiday season. #FluOutbreak #ViralIllnesseshttps://www.riskmap.com/incidents/1957472/articles/198668695/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon
Flu Nationwide: Sustained Increase And Severe Impact On Kids – Health Risk – RiskMap

The nation is witnessing a steady increase in flu activity, with Southern states such as Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and South Car...