2021.11.04

The Year Flu Disappeared

Public health measures meant to slow the spread of COVID-19 essentially defeated influenza

SINCE MARCH 2020 fewer people have been tested for influenza, but that is not the reason for fewer recorded cases. The percentage of samples that have tested positive (the positivity rate) has also plummeted. Graphics by Katie Peek

SINCE MARCH 2020 fewer people have been tested for influenza, but that is not the reason for fewer recorded cases. The percentage of samples that have tested positive (the positivity rate) has also plummeted. Graphics by Katie Peek

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