The flu hits America hard.. Millions of cases and school closures in the worst season in 15 years.

The United States is experiencing a harsh flu season this year, with infection rates reaching record numbers in the past 15 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A weekly report from the agency indicated that flu activity remains high nationwide, raising concerns about the virus's impact on public health.

The number of reported flu cases has exceeded 24 million, leading to 310,000 hospitalizations and 13,000 deaths, including at least 57 children. Visits to outpatient clinics for flu-like illnesses have increased, indicating widespread disease spread.

Due to the high number of cases, some schools have been forced to close. One school in Texas shut its doors for three days due to the spread of flu and sore throats. The educational district confirmed that this season is the worst in terms of flu spread, highlighting the significant impact of the virus.

Furthermore, the United States has seen an increase in outbreaks of the norovirus, causing sudden vomiting and diarrhea, adding to the health challenges during this harsh winter.

Flu cases have surpassed any winter season since the H1N1 influenza pandemic in 2009-2010, making this season one of the worst the country has experienced in a long time.

As viruses continue to spread widely, concerns persist about their health and social impacts. There are strong calls for preventive measures such as vaccination, regular handwashing, and wearing masks in crowded places.

The flu season is expected to remain active, typically peaking in February, making caution and preventive measures essential to limit the spread of infection.