Flu deaths near seven-year high

Flu-related deaths in January and February are at the highest level since 2018, according to a Stateline analysis of federal data. Deaths could be exacerbated by lower rates of vaccination.

Flu-related deaths in January and February are at the highest level since 2018, according to a Stateline analysis of federal data. Deaths could be exacerbated by lower rates of vaccination as the Trump administration cancels or postpones vaccine planning.
Deaths are those that list influenza as at least one cause of death.
Chart: Tim Henderson/StatelineSource: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Stateline analysisGet the dataEmbed Created with Datawrapper