CDC Issues Health Advisory With Flu Cases On The Rise

CDC Issues Health Advisory With Flu Cases On The Rise

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Biology, Science, Health

9th - 12th Grade

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Flu cases are rising among young adults, with over 90% of cases in children and young adults aged 5 to 24. The CDC is investigating a flu outbreak at the University of Michigan, where many students have tested positive. Similar outbreaks have been reported at other colleges. Experts worry that students traveling home for Thanksgiving could spread the flu nationwide.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What age group is primarily affected by the recent rise in flu cases?

Young adults aged 5 to 24

Children under 5

Seniors aged 65 and above

Adults over 50

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which university is currently experiencing a significant flu outbreak?

University of California

University of Michigan

Harvard University

New York University

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the CDC's role in the current flu situation?

Developing a new flu vaccine

Providing flu shots to the public

Investigating flu outbreaks at universities

Conducting flu awareness campaigns

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are experts concerned about the flu spreading during Thanksgiving?

Because of increased travel by college students

Due to a lack of flu vaccines

Due to holiday gatherings

Because of colder weather

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could potentially happen as college students travel home for Thanksgiving?

The flu spreading across the country

A new strain of flu developing

An increase in flu vaccinations

A decrease in flu cases