AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Public Health officials warn flu cases are “increasingly dramatically” across Central Texas as seasonal flu activity continues to surge across the country.
According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Texas now falls into the “very high” category for flu activity. Just two weeks ago, KXAN reported the state was seeing a moderate level of influenza cases.
Dr. Desmar Walkes serves as the medical director and health authority for Austin/ Travis County for Austin Public Health. She said healthcare providers are consistently reporting a spike in cases locally…