The number of confirmed flu cases in Missouri is growing

The number of confirmed flu cases in Missouri is growing. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services says flu is widespread across the state. From November 13th through 19th, Missouri recorded about 49 hundred confirmed cases, compared to roughly 27 hundred the previous week. Most cases are by far occurring among those 5-24 years old. The hardest hit region is northwest Missouri followed by the eastern part of the state.