2024 Flu Season: Understanding the New Variant and Protecting Yourself
Reports from The Standard and NOS indicate a surge in influenza cases, driven by a newly circulating variant.While the exact lineage is still under investigation, early data suggests it's related to H1N1.This isn't a completely new virus,but rather an evolution of existing strains. The concern stems from its potential for increased transmissibility and, potentially, altered severity.
Flu viruses are constantly mutating. This process, known as antigenic drift, is why we need a new flu vaccine every year.