The United States is currently facing its most intense flu season in at least 15 years, with weekly surveillance reports indicating a significant surge in cases. Doctor visits for flu symptoms have reached their highest levels since the swine flu pandemic, and the CDC confirms flu levels are now the highest since the 2009 pandemic. As flu activity continues to rise, particularly in states like New Jersey and Georgia, schools in many areas have closed due to rampant flu cases. Amid this surge, health officials are urging the public to get vaccinated to mitigate the impact of the virus. Additionally, the flu is now surpassing COVID cases in certain regions, highlighting a notable shift in winter illness patterns.