Bay Area Hospitals See Surge in Flu Cases as Season Peaks
San Francisco, CA — Bay Area hospitals are reporting a significant increase in flu cases, with emergency rooms seeing a 20% spike in visits over the past week. Health officials are urging residents to get vaccinated and practice preventive measures as the flu season reaches its peak.
Dr. Monica Chan from SF General Hospital emphasized vigilance: “Wash your hands, stay home if you’re sick, and protect yourself and others.”
Free vaccination clinics have been set up across the city to address the surge.