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flag North Carolina reports early, severe flu season with record deaths, urging vaccination amid rising cases.

flag Flu season has begun in North Carolina, with health officials warning of a severe outbreak after the 2024-25 season recorded 536 flu-related deaths—the highest in 16 years—mostly among adults 65 and older. flag The CDC urges annual vaccination as the best protection, noting flu activity is already at its highest levels in over 15 years, surpassing COVID-19 deaths so far in 2025. flag Though flu season typically ends in March, cases can continue into May. flag Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., while cancer, including rising early-onset cases, is the second leading cause, driven by lifestyle factors and ongoing research gaps.

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