Surgeon General: Flu Is Bigger Risk To Americans Than Coronavirus

The US Surgeon General highlights that the risk of coronavirus is low compared to the flu, which has caused more hospitalizations and deaths in the US. The flu season has been severe, with millions of cases and thousands of deaths, including children. The flu vaccine is not fully effective against the prevalent strain. Meanwhile, the coronavirus has infected over 31,500 people globally, with most cases in China. The US has 12 confirmed cases, all linked to travel from Wuhan, China, and has implemented travel restrictions to prevent further spread.

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