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CDC offers a host of web-based training & resources for providers to stay updated.
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Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report
CDC's Influenza Division produces a weekly influenza surveillance report, FluView. According to this week's report (Feb 11-17), seasonal influenza activity remained elevated in the United States. Thirty-nine states experienced high Influenza Like Illness (ILI) activity levels.
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Vaccine Administration Training & Resources
With an overall estimated effectiveness of 36% for the 2017-18 flu season, annual flu vaccination is the best source of protection for preventing medically attended, laboratory-confirmed influenza virus. CDC offers a host of web-based trainings and resources for providers to stay up to date on influenza vaccine administration.
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How Well Does the Flu Vaccine Work?
On February 15, HHS Secretary, Alex Azar, and Dr. Anne Schuchat spoke at a press conference at U.S. Department of Health & Human Services about this season's influenza vaccine effectiveness data. Alex Azar stresses that getting a flu shot can still provide protection, especially given the severity of this year's season. The transcript can be found at HHS.gov.
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#FluFact: You should still get a #flu shot, if you haven't yet. Vaccination is recommended as long as flu viruses are circulating, even if you have already been sick. Learn more: http://1.usa.gov/1gueuUS
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