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Oman’s Seasonal Flu Activity Can Begin as Early as September

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • Oman’s Ministry of Health said seasonal influenza viruses circulate throughout the year because of the country’s subtropical climate.
  • Flu activity typically begins to increase in September and may continue through mid-May.
  • The ministry issued the information as part of a seasonal influenza awareness campaign.

Seasonal influenza viruses circulate in Oman throughout the year, but their activity generally starts to intensify in September, the Ministry of Health said.

The ministry said Oman’s subtropical climate allows flu viruses to remain present year-round. Increased transmission can continue through mid-May.

The information formed part of the ministry’s seasonal influenza awareness campaign, which urged the public to remain aware of when flu viruses spread more widely.

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