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New CDC study shows half of flu-related deaths occurred in otherwise healthy children.
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 Influenza (Flu)
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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 18-24), seasonal influenza activity decreased in the United States. Thirty-two states experienced high Influenza Like Illness (ILI) activity levels.
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Study Shows Healthy Children at Risk
The findings, published in Pediatrics, show that vaccination coverage was low among these children. CDC recommends that flu antiviral drugs be started as soon as possible when young children and children with high-risk conditions are suspected of having the flu.
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Caring for a Child Sick with Flu
Talk to your doctor early if you are worried about your child’s illness. Children younger than 5 years of age – especially those younger than 2 years – and children with certain long-term health problems, are at high risk of serious flu-related complications. Call your doctor or take your child to the doctor right away if they develop flu symptoms.
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#FluTip for educators: Schools have been severely impacted this #flu season. See our guidance to help reduce the spread of seasonal flu in K-12 schools. Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/xntnZ
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