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Douglas County, Nebraska Flu and Covid Activity, January 16, 2026
Reported January 16, 2026 by the Douglas County Health Department: Influenza Activity Influenza activity is currently high in Douglas County and most of the U.S.

Severe Flu Season Fills Emergency Departments Across the U.S.
Reported January 9, 2026 by Douglas County: Influenza Activity: Influenza activity is currently high in Douglas County and most of the U.S. is now experiencing elevated

The FLU Has Hit – Earlier Than Usual
It’s new years and the flu season has arrived earlier than usual and is hitting people — mainly kids, so far — especially hard. It’s a GREAT

On The Rise: COVID, Flu, Stomach Bug
If it seems like everyone around you is constantly sniffling, sneezing, coughing, or calling out of work, it's likely because the first act of flu

Flu and COVID-19 Increase Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke, Evidence Shows
Recent evidence reveals that people face a significantly higher risk of heart attack or stroke following infections with influenza or COVID-19. According to a review

Why Get Vaccinated? Protection Isn’t Just About Prevention, it’s About Severity
“I got the flu vaccine last year, or I got the COVID vaccine last year, but I still got sick.” If you get the flu