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Cook County health officials warn of flu spike

Flu activity in suburban Cook County has elevated from high to very high for the week ending Dec. 27, 2025, and continues to increase, according to Cook County Department of Public Health’s respiratory surveillance data

RSV activity has elevated from low to moderate and is increasing. COVID-19 activity remains low but is increasing.

The percentage of emergency room visits associated with the flu continues to increase and has surpassed peak values seen last year.…

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