Tennessee’s flu season started in the last few weeks. It’s the latest start to the season in over two decades. About 200 cases have been reported so far.
State Epidemiologist Dr. Tim Jones says there’s no real rhyme or reason as to why flu season has started so late.
“There’s been a lot of speculation about the weather. I’m not sure anyone has any evidence that’s made a difference this year. No matter what we predict, we’re wrong every year.”
Jones says he hopes the late start will mean a mild flu season, but states like Colorado and California are seeing widespread cases. He says it’s not too late to get a flu shot in case there’s a flare up here.
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