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LOUISVILLE, Ky. Health Professionals in Kentucky say months of trying to stop the spread of COVID-19 has helped curb the spread of the flu virus and other illnesses.
What You Need To Know
Mask wearing and social distancing has slowed the spread of influenza this year
Hospitals and experts are reporting the lowest amount of flu activity in years
More people receiving flu vaccines this year has also helped
Experts advise remaining cautious and maintaining health and safety precautions
As peak flu season approaches, activity has dropped to the lowest in years.
Dr. Heather Felton is a pediatrician at Norton Children’s Germantown in Louisville. She said she usually starts seeing an influx of influenza cases in the winter time.