New K Variant Flu Outbreak: Symptoms, Risks, and Vaccine Protection
Published on: Jan. 5, 2026, 7:30 a.m. | Source: Times Now
Flu cases are rising rapidly across the US due to a new strain called subclade K, a mutated form of the H3N2 influenza A virus. The variant spreads quickly and may increase the risk of complications like pneumonia and lung damage. Experts urge vaccination, which still offers partial protection against severe illness and hospitalization. , Health, Times Now
