Activity for some respiratory viruses is increasing in the United States, CDC report finds
A CDC report describes how respiratory viruses, like flu, spread at historically low levels during much of the COVID-19 pandemic, likely due to COVID-19 mitigation measures. Activity for some of these viruses, like RSV, human coronaviruses, and parainfluenza, is now increasing. CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine, in addition to everyday preventative actions to slow the spread of these viruses.
Join CDC and other partners in bringing awareness to the importance of getting caught up on healthcare appointments and routine vaccinations, including flu vaccination. September and October are good times to get a flu vaccine. In honor of National Immunization Awareness Month, schedule your flu vaccine appointment for this fall.
#FluFact: Flu vaccination has been shown to lower the risk of some cardiac events, including having a heart attack, among people with heart disease. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2yGuyOz
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