Rare flu warning in US: Doctors say it can turn deadly even in healthy children; know warning signs and who is at risk

Rare flu warning in US: Doctors say it can turn deadly even in healthy children; know warning signs and who is at risk

 06:25 22/08/2025

Health experts are raising concerns about acute necrotizing encephalopathy (ANE), a rare but severe flu complication in children, which causes brain swelling and can be fatal. Doctors urge parents to watch for neurological symptoms like seizures and breathing difficulties, especially in healthy children. Vaccination is crucial, as low rates may increase vulnerability to such dangerous outcomes during flu season.
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