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Early flu wave in Mallorca: How dangerous is the K variant really?
Will Mallorca’s flu season be worse than usual?
What Mallorca doctors say about the early flu season and whether it is likely to be more severe.
Published: April 22, 2026
Answer
Is Mallorca expecting a worse flu season than usual this year?
Doctors do not expect the flu to be fundamentally more severe than in other years, but it is starting earlier and affecting more people at once. That means the season can feel more intense even if individual cases are similar to usual. For Mallorca, the challenge is timing and scale rather than a clearly more dangerous virus.
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1FAQ
Is the early flu wave in Mallorca more dangerous than a normal flu season?
The main issue is faster spread, not proven greater severity.
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2FAQ
Does the flu vaccine still help in Mallorca if the current strain is a poor match?
Yes, vaccination can still reduce severe flu even if the match is only moderate.
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3FAQ
What should I do if I get flu symptoms while living in Mallorca?
Rest, stay home, and contact your GP if symptoms worsen.
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4FAQ
Should I wear an FFP2 mask in Mallorca during the flu wave?
Yes, especially in crowded indoor spaces and around vulnerable people.
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5FAQ
Why are hospitals in Mallorca feeling more pressure during this flu wave?
Many cases at once can strain hospitals even without unusually severe flu.
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6FAQ
Why is flu spreading so quickly in Palma and other parts of Mallorca?
Close indoor contact is helping the virus spread faster.
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7FAQ
Where can people in Mallorca get a flu vaccine at the moment?
Check with local pharmacies or your GP, as availability can vary by area.
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