Minnesota Sees Significant Increase in Influenza Cases and Hospitalizations

Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) reported a significant increase in influenza activity for the week ending January 11, 2025. There were 27 additional flu-related deaths, bringing the total to 50 for the current flu season. Additionally, 742 individuals were hospitalized due to influenza complications during this period. The state also experienced… Continue reading Minnesota Sees Significant Increase in Influenza Cases and Hospitalizations

Minnesota Reports Significant Increase in Flu Activity

St. Paul, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has reported a significant increase in influenza activity for the week ending January 4, 2025. The latest data indicates 14 additional flu-related deaths, bringing the total to 23 for the current season. During this period, 722 patients were hospitalized due to influenza complications, with… Continue reading Minnesota Reports Significant Increase in Flu Activity

Flu-Related Fatalities Increase in Minnesota: Six Deaths Reported in Late December

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has reported six influenza-related deaths during the final week of December 2024, bringing the total number of fatalities for the current flu season to nine. Minnesota Department of Health MDH Epidemiologist Melissa McMahon noted that, following a slow onset, flu activity has increased, particularly during and after the holiday… Continue reading Flu-Related Fatalities Increase in Minnesota: Six Deaths Reported in Late December