Germany Faces Rising Influenza Cases as Seasonal Wave Intensifies

The Robert Koch Institute confirms over 11,000 flu cases last week, with severe cases and deaths primarily affecting vulnerable groups.

The flu wave in Germany began in late December and has significantly accelerated in January, with over 11,000 confirmed cases reported last week.
Since the start of the flu season in October, nearly 29,470 cases have been recorded, with numbers expected to rise further in the coming weeks.
Severe cases requiring hospitalization have decreased slightly, with 18% of recent cases needing hospital care, particularly affecting young children and the elderly.
The 2024/2025 flu season has seen 83 reported deaths related to influenza, with the majority of fatalities occurring in individuals aged 60 and older.
Health officials continue to recommend flu vaccinations, especially for high-risk groups, including seniors, pregnant individuals, and those with chronic illnesses.