MADISON (WKOW) At this point in the 2019-20 flu season, Wisconsin had recorded 9,257 influenza cases. This year, the state has recorded 38 cases. That represents a 99.6% decrease in cases. It s quite stunning to look at the lack of influenza this year, Dr. David Ottenbaker, SSM Health s Vice President of Ambulatory Clinical Programs, said Tuesday.
Ottenbaker told 27 News he s never seen such a large difference between two flu seasons. The numbers are incredibly low, and the million dollar question is why, he said.
Ottenbaker said there are a number of theories about why cases are so much lower this year, but he said doctors haven t been able to pinpoint an exact cause.