CDC - Seasonal Influenza (Flu)

If you get sick - Prevent Illness and Infection
Fighting the Flu - Take 3 steps to fight the flu
2009 H1N1 - 2009 H1N1

Flu activity is increasing in the
United States with most states reporting widespread influenza activity. So far, most flu is 2009 H1N1 flu (sometimes called "swine flu"). CDC expects both 2009 H1N1 flu and seasonal flu to cause illness, hospital stays and deaths this season. CDC has recommendations on who should get vaccinated against seasonal flu and 2009 H1N1 flu.

Influenza (Flu) Topics

Flu Basics

Key Facts, Types of Flu, Symptoms, Higher Risk Groups, How Flu Spreads, 2009-10 Flu Season…

Prevention

Flu Vaccine Information, Vaccination Information, Other Actions to Prevent Flu, Infection Control…

Treating the Sick Patient

What to do, Symptoms, Antiviral Drugs…

Health Professionals

Vaccine Recommendations (ACIP), Patient Education, Training, Clinical, Laboratory, Infection Controls…

Free Resources

Printable Materials, Photos, Podcasts, Videos, PSAs, eCards, Badges & Buttons, Articles…

What's New & Updated!

Diagnosis, Antiviral, Vaccination, Guidelines, Podcast, Resources…

Info for Specific Groups

People With Diabetes Why vaccination is important for people with diabetes.
People With Asthma Information for people with Asthma.
Workplace Information and tools on preventing the flu, workplace–specific guidelines, and printable materials.
Legal Professionals & Policymakers Legal materials related to influenza.

People with HIV/AIDS How to protect yourself with a weakened immune system.
Schools & Childcare Providers Information on preventing the flu, common questions and answers, and poster materials for schools.
Parents Advice for parents who want to keep their children healthy.

Data and Statistics

Flu Activity & Surveillance

2009-2010 Influenza Season
The Epidemiology and Prevention Branch in the Influenza Division at
CDC collects, compiles and analyzes information on influenza activity year round in the United States…