Flu testing minimal but COVID-19 precautions help prevent viral spread

As COVID-19 sees its first anniversary come and go, flu season has been far from typical.

In Hays County there have been zero reported flu-related fatalities this season according to Hays County Local Health Department. However, there have been a few dozen positive cases reported.

“There is minimal amount of testing for the flu occurring, but we were already doing non-medical interventions that were going to help fight against the spreading of the flu virus,” Epidemiologist Eric Schneider said. “Social distance, regular hand washing and being aware of any symptoms you have are three of the points we emphasize every year to fight the flu. The addition of face coverings was just another deterrent that is helping.”