Argentina reports record 990k+ flu-like cases in 2026, highest since 2016

Argentina's national epidemiological bulletin recorded over 990,000 influenza-like illness cases in 2026, the highest annual total since 2016. The surge suggests a severe flu season, potentially straining healthcare resources. The cause (viral strain, vaccine mismatch, or reporting changes) is not specified, and the full-year data may still be preliminary.