H3N2

THE FLU

The H3N2 virus has become severe in all the United States all but Hawaii. This new influenza has killed only 30 children in the week of January 13. In that same week only 31.5 out of every 100,000 people were taken to the hospital due to this same flu. This virus is common on mammals, birds and humans but now that it is in humans, this virus has mutated to many strains. The flu shot is stated to be only 30% effective in the U.S, but in Australia it was only 10% effective. This virus has not only caused and epidemic in the U.S but also in the UK and Australia. The worst flu season was the year of 2015 but now with just the first month of 2018 it is expected to surpass this and become the worst flu year. People that are 62 and over must watch out because with a virus this strong developing in your body, it can cause someone to get pneumonia and not only will the have to fight this off but also the virus. Children under 2 are also being affected, the best advice that doctors have is to keep your child cozy and avoid being exposed to it. H3N2 is also classified as a influenza A virus which is very strong and seems to be mutating to something stronger.