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Jan 2 2021
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According to the CDC, flu numbers are down 98%. Possible explanations include fewer people traveling, adherence to mask-wearing and social distancing, and more Americans getting the flu shot.
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TN seeing staggering decrease in flu cases
TN seeing staggering decrease in flu cases compared to this time last year