Vermont sees increase in flu as cases around the country surge
VTDigger • • health
Key Points:
- Vermont is experiencing a surge in flu cases, with 20-25% of tests positive this season and nearly 8% of emergency or urgent care visits related to flu-like illnesses, both rates higher than last year.
- The dominant strain in Vermont is likely the subclade K of influenza A, a particularly aggressive variant that has caused record flu cases in neighboring states like New York and Connecticut.
- Hospitals such as UVM Medical Center and Rutland Regional Medical Center report increased admissions and earlier flu spikes compared to previous years, with wastewater testing also confirming high flu levels statewide.
- Children under 5 years old represent over 20% of flu-like illness cases, highlighting the importance of vaccination, though only 32% of
