COVID-19 and Flu Cases Rise Post-Thanksgiving

Recent reports indicate a rise in COVID-19 and flu cases following the Thanksgiving holiday in several US regions and the UK. Ohio has seen an increase in new COVID-19 cases, with a notable rise in hospitalizations and deaths, while vaccination rates remain relatively low. Similarly, Shelby County, Tennessee, and Mississippi report increasing COVID-19 cases, with Mississippi noting a rise in the Omicron variant. In Florida and Kentucky, health officials expect flu cases to rise more significantly than COVID-19, with Florida already experiencing a 30% increase in flu cases at urgent care centers. The UK reports rapidly increasing flu cases among children, with health officials urging vaccinations to manage the 'quad-demic' of flu, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus. Across these regions, health authorities emphasize the importance of vaccinations and preventative measures to manage the expected increase in illnesses during the holiday season.