LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Should you’ve been sick, you are not alone. The Southern Nevada Well being District reviews a whole bunch of individuals in Clark County have been hospitalized for influenza signs in current months.
In response to the well being district, as of Dec. 28, 2024, there have been 483 influenza-related hospitalizations and 7 deaths for the 2024-2025 flu season. In comparison with the identical interval final yr, there have been 296 hospitalizations and 13 deaths. The season is from October by Might.
Flu exercise is rising throughout many of the U.S., the district mentioned in a information launch. A survey of neighborhood wastewater was performed on Jan. 8 and reveals average concentrations of the virus that causes COVID-19 and excessive concentrations of RSV and influenza A in Clark County.
Well being officers mentioned the most secure method to keep away from the flu is to get vaccinated for flu, COVID-19, and RSV (when you’re eligible), wash your fingers, and search medical therapy when you’re at a better danger of extreme sickness.
The well being district mentioned people who find themselves sick ought to keep away from contact with others and people with immunocompromised immune programs ought to take additional precautions akin to sporting a high-quality masks.
The district does have free COVID-19 self-test kits at varied websites. You may test this hyperlink for places.
