Sickweather predicts Lexington flu activity to increase through 2019

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A national upsurge of flu activity started the week of Thanksgiving and will grow until the second week of January, according to Sickweather predictions.

Sickweather is the world’s first real-time map of sickness and the largest crowdsourcing community of its kind.

The report lists their prediction for the 2018-19 influenza season.

Sickweather reports the top illnesses and symptoms in the Lexington area are cough flu and common cold.

By tracking current illnesses, people can make more informed decisions about their health and well-being.