Arizona leaders warn of potentially severe flu season

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Officials warn that too severe a flu season could overrun the state’s hospitals just recovering from stresses from COVID-19.

“The overlap of COVID-19 and flu season presents a perfect storm – and we aren’t taking any chances,” Gov. Doug Ducey said Monday. “We are approaching this fall with a proactive mindset and plan of action to limit the impact of the flu and preserve hospital resources.”

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