Actions to Help Slow the Spread of Flu

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Learn how to practice good health habits to stop the spread of germs and prevent illnesses like flu.

Influenza (Flu)

2019 - 2020 Flu Season February 7, 2020

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	Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report ​According to CDC’s latest FluView report (Jan 26 – Feb 1), national levels of flu-like illness remain high and are expected to remain elevated for weeks to come. CDC estimates that so far this season, there have been at least 22 million flu illnesses, 210,000 hospitalizations and 12,000 deaths from flu.   Learn More

	Actions to Help Slow the Spread of Flu The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu. If you get sick with flu, take prescription antiviral drugs if your doctor prescribes them.   Learn More

Children at High Risk for Developing Flu-Related Complications All children younger than 5 years old are at high risk of developing serious flu-related complications; however, some children are at especially high risk for developing flu-related complications, like those aged 6 months old through 18 years old with certain chronic health conditions including asthma, chronic lung disease and heart disease. ​ ​ Learn More

	Follow us on Twitter #HCPs: Make sure your practice is equipped to make strong and appropriate antiviral recommendations for patients. The CDC #flu antiviral treatment guidance is available here: https://go.usa.gov/xdkFU