In its latest “FluView” report, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports “seasonal influenza activity is elevated nationally and continues to increase.” Additionally, it notes that the number of states experiencing high influenza activity went from two during the last reporting week to nine plus New York City. There have also been another four flu-associated deaths among children, bringing the total to eleven for the 2018-2019 season. The CDC reminds its audience that an annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect against influenza and its potentially serious complications. For anyone 6 months or older who has not yet been vaccinated this season, CDC recommends that they get vaccinated now. Read the full FluView Report at the CDC.