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MineralMan

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2. Based on that information, I think that people should not be alarmed too much.

Reply to Emile (Original post)

Mon Nov 17, 2025, 01:10 PM

Nov 17

If you've had this years vaccine, you probably have decent protection against this strain. And, as the last sentence said, it "should still provide significant protection against hospitalization and severe illness." If you haven't received this years flu shot, you should probably go get it. But, that's good advice every year.

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What to Know About the New 'Subclade K' Flu Variant [View all] Emile Nov 17 OP

" so far, vaccination is still providing significant protection against hospitalization and severe illness." Nittersing Nov 17 #1

I think that's really the reasonable response at this time... GopherGal Nov 17 #3

Based on that information, I think that people should not be alarmed too much. MineralMan Nov 17 #2