Fact Check: “Flurona” Isn’t A Medical Diagnosis

The video discusses the flu season and the emergence of 'FluRona,' a term for coinfections of flu and COVID-19. It clarifies that FluRona is not a new illness but a media-coined term. Medical experts explain that while coinfections are not common, they are not a cause for panic. Symptoms include dry cough, fever, and exhaustion. Younger, unvaccinated, and social individuals are more at risk. Vaccination is emphasized as a key preventive measure, with flu shot uptake being lower this year.

What advice do medical experts give to prevent severe illness from flu and COVID?

What is the current vaccination rate for flu shots among children aged 6 months to 17 years?