People with Chronic Kidney Disease Need a Flu Shot

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Learn more about the importance of flu vaccine and people with chronic kidney disease.

Influenza (Flu)

2020 - 2021 Flu Season October 23, 2020

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	Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report ​CDC's Influenza Division compiles and analyzes information on influenza activity year-round in the United States. According to this week's report (Oct 11-17), influenza activity is currently low in the United States.    ​    Learn More

	People with Chronic Kidney Disease Need a Flu Shot  ​People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are at high risk for developing serious flu complications. This is because CKD can make the immune system less able to fight infections. A flu shot is especially important for people with CKD and can help protect against potentially serious complications from flu. Learn More

HCPs: Updated Information on Flu Vaccination, Testing and Treatment during the COVID-19 Pandemic  ​CDC has posted expanded considerations for influenza vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ensure your patients are vaccinated this flu season for best protection against flu. CDC has also released 3 new clinical algorithms for flu testing and treatment when influenza and SARS-CoV-2 viruses are co-circulating. Learn More

	Follow us on Twitter This #flu season, you can help protect those most at risk for developing serious flu complications. Get your flu vaccine, stay home when you are sick, wear a face mask when in public, and wash your hands often. Learn more about preventing flu: https://go.usa.gov/x7Yv9

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