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This Flu Season Is the Worst in Nearly a Decade
All states except Hawaii report widespread flu, federal officials said Friday. Infection and hospitalization rates are likely to equal or surpass those in 2009.
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All states except Hawaii report widespread flu, federal officials said Friday. Infection and hospitalization rates are likely to equal or surpass those in 2009.
By DONALD G. McNEIL Jr.
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