BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - As flu season takes hold, health professionals across Texas are observing an increase in viral spread, with projections indicating a potentially more severe season than last year.

The Texas Medical Director for Integrity Urgent Care , Dr. Eddy Dark, warns Texans to be on high alert this winter.

Dr. Dark closely monitors Australia’s flu season as a key indicator for what Texas might experience. This year, Australia has seen an almost 11% increase in flu cases compared to last year, suggesting a similar surge could be on its way to Texas.

Texas medical professionals say this year's flu season is expected to increase in volume and in some of its effects. (kbtx)

“You’ll see a rise late October, November, it’s starting to come, they’ll start trickling,” Dr. Dark sa

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