People with Chronic Conditions Continue to Account for Majority of Flu Hospitalizations

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CDC publishes new data that show about 90% of people hospitalized with flu this season in one surveillance system have at least one chronic medical condition.

January 26, 2024

	Influenza (Flu) 2023 - 2024 Flu Season

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Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report Seasonal flu activity remains elevated nationally and is stable or decreasing across key activity indicators compared to last week. Ten additional flu-related deaths in children were reported this week, bringing the total this season to 57. CDC’s newly published preliminary in-season flu severity estimates for the 2023-2024 season indicate this season is of moderate severity so far.

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People with Chronic Conditions Continue to Account for Majority of Flu Hospitalizations  CDC posted new data that show about 90% of people hospitalized with flu this season in one surveillance system have at least one chronic medical condition. This is consistent with historical data. Pregnant people also are more likely to experience severe flu illness that results in hospitalization compared to people of reproductive age who are not pregnant. CDC recommends prompt antiviral treatment for people who are higher risk, including those with certain chronic medical conditions. Learn More

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