Leeds School Bans Singing, Postpones Clubs Amid Flu Outbreak: Unprecedented Wave of H3N2 Flu StrainA primary school in Leeds has implemented unconventional measures to combat a flu outbreak, including banning singing and postponing after-school clubs. This move comes as flu cases across England have surged, with health officials warning of an unprecedented wave of a new flu variant called H3N2. The schools headteacher reported that one in six children were sick last week, marking the worst year for illness in her fourteen years of teaching.NHS leaders have expressed deep concerns about this flu season, with flu cases being incredibly high. The health service is bracing for an unprecedented flu wave this winter, urging everyone eligible to get their flu jab. Hospital admissions for flu have nearly doubled compared to last year, with an average of 1,717 flu patients in hospital beds each day in the week leading up to November 30th, a 56% increase from the same time last year.With only a few weeks left to build immunity before Christmas, health experts strongly encourage people to get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

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