Flu activity continues to climb in US with at least 15 million cases: CDC

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(ATLANTA) — Flu activity continues to remain elevated throughout the United States, according to newly released data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The CDC on Friday estimated there have been at least 15 million illnesses, 180,000 hospitalizations and 7,400 deaths from flu so far this season.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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