CDC's Influenza Division compiles and analyzes information on influenza activity year-round in the United States. According to this week's FluView report (February 27-March 5), influenza activity is increasing in most of the country with the biggest increases happening in the central and south-central parts of the country.
If You Have Backyard Poultry, Know What to Do About Bird Flu
H5N1 bird flu in poultry and wild birds could pose a risk to backyard flocks. USDA has resources on how to reduce the risk of bird flu to backyard flocks. CDC has information on how to protect human health. The risk of bird flu in people is considered low, but people with exposure to infected birds are at greater risk of infection and should take precautions.
CDC Study Provides Flu Vaccine Effectiveness Estimates for the 2021-2022 Flu Season
Preliminary flu vaccine effectiveness estimates for this season suggest flu vaccination did not reduce the risk of mild or moderate flu caused by H3N2 flu viruses, the most common viruses this season. Studies on how well flu vaccines protected against severe outcomes are ongoing. A growing body of research suggests flu vaccination can reduce serious outcomes even when it does not prevent infection.
Prompt antiviral treatment is recommended for all higher risk patients with flu and works best when started within 2 days of symptom onset. Laboratory confirmation of infection isn't required. Learn more about using influenza antivirals to #FightFluhttps://bit.ly/3Jt61iJ
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