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Flu cases in South Australia are surging alarmingly fast, with infections doubling every two weeks and over 300 new cases last week—already claiming 11 lives this year. A 28-year-old breast cancer survivor, despite being vaccinated, nearly died after the flu crippled her compromised immune system, requiring intensive care and near-ventilator support. Health officials warn complacency is deadly, especially as vaccination rates remain dangerously low among seniors—nearly one-third of those 65+ skipped their shot. But there’s a glimmer: childhood vaccination rates are rising thanks to the needle-free FluMist, offering hope for broader protection. Bottom line? Get your flu shot—not just for yourself, but for everyone around you.

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