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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…
Other Flu Web sites
Influenza A viruses are found in humans and many different animals, including chickens, pigs more>>
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