Flu cases predicted to rise – children and senior citizens beware!

With the decrease in proper face-masking and physical distancing in the community, vaccination is once again being highly encouraged to prevent the flu. — AFP/TNS

Covid-19 may be the most prominent virus of concern now, but public health officials are also preparing for seasonal influenza in the Northern Hemisphere.

And indications are it could be a different season than what has been experienced over the past two years.