The latest data on the 2018-2019 flu season

The CDC is out with new numbers on this year's flu season. Here's a look at the latest data, which stretches through Dec. 1.

There were no new flu-associated deaths among kids from Nov. 25 to Dec. 1. Five children have died this flu season.
Flu activity has picked up a little, but still remains relatively low right now. That's in keeping with activity around this time of the year in past flu seasons.
Massachusetts is reporting widespread flu activity, and nine other states are reporting regional activity. Looking at the spread of flu activity can tell you about the geography of flu cases, but not about the severity.
The influenza A virus H1N1, which is associated with milder flu seasons, has been the dominant virus to date.