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January 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Flu Deaths Predictable Every Year
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Key Takeaways
- 1As we record this in January 2026, the United States has just peaked in terms of influenza cases, with CDC data showing that influenza positive tes...
- 2The same phenomenon occurs globally in the northern hemisphere.
- 3Looking at historical data, this seasonal peak occurs consistently every year around late December and early January, about 1 to 3 weeks after the ...
- 4Many people assume this seasonal pattern results from cold temperatures, low humidity, or increased social gatherings during Christmas and New Year...
- 5Temperature can't explain this pattern either.
Overview
As we record this in January 2026, the United States has just peaked in terms of influenza cases, with CDC data showing that influenza positive test results have already crested in December and are now declining. This pattern isn't coincidental – it happens almost every single year, approximately 1 to 3 weeks after the shortest day of the year.
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