Flurona: what we know so far about the rare new double infection

How likely is it to spread?

Much about the infectiousness and seriousness of flurona remains unknown, but doctors have confirmed that other cases are likely to emerge – a result of rising flu cases as restrictions ease along with the fast spread of the Omicron variant.

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“We are seeing more and more pregnant women with the flu,” said Prof Vizhnitser. “It is definitely a great challenge dealing with a woman who comes in with a fever at childbirth.