February 28, 2025- Flu is still spreading across United States amid a winter wave of seasonal illnesses. In early February, doctor visits for influenza symptoms and flu-related hospitalizations hit a 15-year high, according to TODAY. The tough flu season is straining many hospitals, leading to overflowing emergency rooms, long wait times, and limits on patient visitors. The 2024–2025 flu season has sickened over 33 million Americans so far, and record numbers of people are seeking care. After a slow start, influenza activity started increasing dramatically in early December 2024.