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The answer is No. The flu in the USA is not a coronavirus. The flu is caused by influenza viruses, while COVID -19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. Influenza (flu) and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses caused by different viruses. COVD-19 is caused by the SARS –CoV-2 coronavirus, while the flu is caused by influenza viruses.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported data separately for COVID-19 and influenza since the first lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the US. Although both diseases are respiratory illnesses with some overlapping symptoms, COVID-19 is generally more contagious than the flu; both include fever, cough, sore throat, and fatigue. However, loss of taste or smell is more frequent with COVID-19.
As of January 2024, influenza viruses, particularly types A (H1N1) and B, are causing the most emergency department visits in the US. Meanwhile, the JN.1 variant of SARS CoV-2 is the most widely circulating variant of COVID-19. Because the flu and COVID-19 have similar symptoms, specific testing is needed to determine the correct diagnosis. Testing can also reveal if a person has both the flu and COVID-19 at the same time, though thesis uncommon.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported data separately for COVID-19 and influenza since the first lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the US. Although both diseases are respiratory illnesses with some overlapping symptoms, COVID-19 is generally more contagious than the flu; both include fever, cough, sore throat, and fatigue. However, loss of taste or smell is more frequent with COVID-19.
As of January 2024, influenza viruses, particularly types A (H1N1) and B, are causing the most emergency department visits in the US. Meanwhile, the JN.1 variant of SARS CoV-2 is the most widely circulating variant of COVID-19. Because the flu and COVID-19 have similar symptoms, specific testing is needed to determine the correct diagnosis. Testing can also reveal if a person has both the flu and COVID-19 at the same time, though thesis uncommon.