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Why the Flu Feels So Severe This Season—and What You Can Do About It

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We asked a doctor for his expert take.Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDNGetty Images. EatingWell Design.Key PointsFlu activity remains elevated longer than in recent seasons.Antigenically drifted strains may affect transmission and vaccine match.Vaccination and healthy habits still offer meaningful protection.If you have recently had the flu, you may have wondered why it feels particularly severe this season. With intense variants con…

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Why the Flu Feels So Severe This Season—and What You Can Do About It

We asked a doctor for his expert take.Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDNGetty Images. EatingWell Design.Key PointsFlu activity remains elevated longer than in recent seasons.Antigenically drifted strains may affect transmission and vaccine match.Vaccination and healthy habits still offer meaningful protection.If you have recently had the flu, you may have wondered why it feels particularly severe this season. With intense variants con…

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EatingWell broke the news in on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
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