CDC Flu

Training workers on infection control practices is a way to reduce their exposure to H5N1 #birdflu. Read more about infection control and learn about other work practices that can help prevent H5N1 virus infection: tinyurl.com/4kh4bhkj

This week’s #FluView shows seasonal flu activity is low. Nationally, the percent of specimens testing positive for influenza is at 0.8%. Read the full #FluView report: tinyurl.com/bdffv6x6

Where you work and what you do determines H5N1 #birdflu exposure level. Working on a farm with an H5N1 outbreak is an example of high exposure. Find out more about how you can protect your workers from exposure to H5N1 #birdflu viruses: tinyurl.com/mr37jfed

Planning to attend an agricultural fair where pigs, cows, or poultry may be present? CDC recommends precautions to help prevent the spread of #flu between people and certain animals. Read CDC’s guidance for preventive actions at fairs: bit.ly/4lNnUfw

If you're in your 3rd trimester of pregnancy, consider getting a #flu vaccine in July or August to help protect your baby from #flu after birth. Talk to your healthcare provider about flu vaccination. More: tinyurl.com/bdehe5a2

While rare, #flu viruses can spread between certain animals, including cows, pigs and poultry, and people. CDC recommends preventive actions when around these and other animals, including avoiding contact with sick animals and washing your hands. tinyurl.com/4sxfzj65

This week’s #FluView shows seasonal flu activity is low. Nationally, the percent of specimens testing positive for influenza is at 0.9%. Read the full #FluView report: tinyurl.com/4pmr5sv3

As the U.S. fair season approaches, remember that influenza viruses can spread between certain animals, including cows, pigs and poultry, and people. CDC recommends precautions to help prevent the spread of flu between animals and people: tinyurl.com/4sxfzj65

#DYK: Many different animals can carry or be infected with #flu viruses. Learn more about the different subtypes of #flu that spread in animals and people: tinyurl.com/yn9hdcfh

To reduce workers’ exposure to H5N1 #birdflu, employers should develop a health and safety plan. This involves conducting hazard assessments and implementing controls to reduce exposure. Learn more: tinyurl.com/mr37jfed

This week’s #FluView shows seasonal flu activity is low. Nationally, the percent of specimens testing positive for influenza is at 0.8%. Read the full #FluView report: bit.ly/404IteW

#HCPs: #flu vaccines reduced the risk of flu-related outpatient visits & hospitalizations across all age groups. More on this season’s interim #FluVax effectiveness: bit.ly/4kOJYpz

This week’s #FluView shows seasonal flu activity is low. Nationally, the percent of specimens testing positive for influenza is at 1.2%. Read the full #FluView report: bit.ly/45M3hvy

Flu antiviral medications work best when started early. If you’re at higher risk of serious #flu illness, ask your healthcare provider about treatment as soon as symptoms begin. Learn more: bit.ly/2NuUMP4

Adults who got a #FluVax this season were less likely to have flu-related doctors’ visits and hospitalizations compared to adults not vaccinated against flu. Learn more about the 2024-2025 interim flu vaccine effectiveness estimates: bit.ly/4kOJYpz

Study finds 32% of children who were at high risk of severe flu & tested positive for flu during an ED visit were prescribed a flu antiviral. Authors conclude strategies are needed to increase antiviral use for children at higher risk for severe flu. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ir…

Learn how CDC's real-time #flu forecasts performed during the 2023–24 season. FluSight stood out as one of the most reliable models for tracking flu trends: bit.ly/3HoUQft

This week’s #FluView shows seasonal flu activity is low. Nationally, the percent of specimens testing positive for influenza is at 1.2%. Read the full #FluView report: bit.ly/4kPd7Bd

CDC has #birdflu resources in additional languages, including Nahuatl & K'iche'. These posters & recordings provide info on how H5 bird #flu could spread on a dairy farm. View these materials: bit.ly/43YDuPd

All 2024-2025 US #flu vaccines will expire by June 30. Manufacturers are already preparing next season’s flu vaccines. Talk to your healthcare provider about getting an updated #FluVax each season to best reduce your risk from #flu. Learn more: bit.ly/43yWfas