Flu cases in Texas rise in early February

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Confirmed cases of the flu continued to increase in Texas for the week ending on Feb. 1.

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported 64 influenza-associated outbreaks during that time.

It added that 3,262 Texans and four children died of influenza or pneumonia since flu season began on Oct. 1.

DSHS also confirmed a decline in RSV cases, a 50% increase in COVID-19 cases and a 78% increase in COVID-related deaths.

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Experts urge residents to take preventative measures to stay healthy, starting with getting the latest flu shot.

If illness strikes, experts advise people to take an at-home flu test sold at drug stories before joining the crowds in waiting rooms at their primary care physicians' offices.

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