Flu activity is low, but experts worry about a new strain and vaccination rates
NEW YORK (AP) — The U. S. flu season is starting slowly, and it's unclear if it will be as bad as last winter's, but some health experts are worried as U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data posted Friday shows a new version of the virus has emerged. An early analysis suggests current vaccines may still be somewhat effective against the new version of the flu, which has been the main driver of recent infections, CDC data shows. Some scientists and medical professionals are a a...
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