The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment released its 2017 influenza report. More than 500 people have been hospitalized due to the flu.
The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment's
flu report for 2017 has been released, and the numbers are staggering. There have been 566 people hospitalized due to the illness, which is more than three times as many people as usual -- the average is typically 150 by mid-December.
The state is able to track influenza-like illnesses that are reported at clinics and hospitals, as well as through pediatric deaths, though no deaths have been reported thus far.
There's no explanation of what is causing the numbers to be as high as they are. Some attribute the influx of influenza to all of the international travel to and from Colorado, especially around the holidays.
Tips to Stay Healthy During the Flu Season
Holiday season is in full swing, and so is flu season. Please make sure you're taking the proper precautions to prevent yourself and those around you from getting sick.
- Wash your hands regularly with soap.
- Get enough sleep each night.
- Maintain a healthy diet and get plenty of exercise.
- Keep stress levels to a minimum.
- Cover your mouth when you cough.
- Stay home from work if you're not feeling 100 percent.
- Take preventative measures and get a flu shot.
- Seek professional medical help if necessary.
Are you surprised by the flu report for this year? Do you have any other tips on how to stay healthy? Let us know in the comments below. Stay healthy, Colorado!
