U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending November 14, 2009 (Week 45)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
National Influenza Vaccination Week
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will soon announce dates for National Influenza Vaccination Week. This event is designed to highlight the importance of continuing influenza (flu) vaccination, as well as foster greater use of flu vaccine through the months of December, January and beyond.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending November 7, 2009 (Week 44)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 31, 2009 (Week 43)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
Influenza Round Table Video: Warning Signs
Dr. Joe Bresee describes the main symptoms of the flu, including 2009 H1N1 flu, and when it's serious to seek medical help.
Influenza Round Table Video: Take 3
Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to keep from getting the flu and spreading it to others by taking these three steps.
Influenza Round Table Video: Don’t Get, Don't Spread
Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to keep from getting the flu, and spreading it to others.
Influenza Round Table Video: Antiviral Drugs
Dr. Joe Bresee explains the nature of antiviral drugs and how they are used.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 24, 2009 (Week 42)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
2009–10 Influenza Vaccination Record Card
This is an updated version of the card that is currently being distributed to vaccine providers. If providers require additional cards, please follow the online printing instructions.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 17, 2009 (Week 41)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 10, 2009 (Week 40)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
CDC Podcasts: Improving Your Seasonal & H1N1 Vaccination Program
The Joint Commission and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have produced a free podcast to help organizations prepare for the 2009-2010 influenza season, and to improve the effectiveness of their influenza vaccination program.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 3, 2009 (Week 39)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending September 26, 2009 (Week 38)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
2009 H1N1 and Seasonal Flu: What To Do If You Get Sick
This flu season CDC expects the new 2009 H1N1 flu to cause illness, hospital stays, and deaths in the United States along with seasonal flu. This flyer has information about what to do if you get sick with the flu this season.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending September 19, 2009 (Week 37)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
Recommended composition of influenza virus vaccines for use in the 2010 southern hemisphere influenza season
Information regarding vaccine recommendations for use in the 2010 influenza season (southern hemisphere winter).
Updated Interim Recommendations for the Use of Antiviral Medications in the Treatment and Prevention of Influenza for the 2009-2010 Season
These recommendations have been updated to provide additional guidance for clinicians in prescribing antiviral medications for treatment and prevention of influenza during the 2009-2010 season.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending September 12, 2009 (Week 36)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending September 5, 2009 (Week 35)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
Questions & Answers about the 2009-2010 Flu Season
Flu seasons are unpredictable in a number of ways, including the timing of the beginning, severity, and length of the flu season.
2009–10 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Dosage Chart
2009–10 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Dosage Chart
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending August 29, 2009 (Week 34)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
CDC Podcasts: Seasonal Influenza 2009-2010: ACIP Vaccination Recommendations
In this podcast, Dr. Tony Fiore discusses who should be vaccinated against seasonal flu during the 2009-2010 season. He explains who is at risk for severe illness from the flu and discusses the benefits of vaccination.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending August 22, 2009 (Week 33)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending August 15, 2009 (Week 32)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending August 8, 2009 (Week 31)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
Novel H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
With the new H1N1 virus continuing to cause illness, hospitalizations and deaths in the US during the normally flu-free summer months and some uncertainty and about what the upcoming flu season might bring, CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has taken an important step in preparations for a voluntary novel H1N1 vaccination effort to counter a possibly severe upcoming flu season. On July 29, ACIP met to consider who should receive novel H1N1 vaccine when it becomes available.
Influenza Virus Vaccine for the 2009-2010 Season
Flu vaccine lots that have been released by FDA and are available for distribution by the manufacturers. For information on flu vaccine distribution schedules, please contact the manufacturers directly.
"Nasal Spray" Vaccine Information Statement 2009-10
Updated intranasal vaccine information statement for the 2009-10 season.
"Flu Shot" Vaccine Information Statement 2009-10
Updated inactivated influenza vaccine information statement for the 2009-10 season.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending August 1, 2009 (Week 30)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
CDC Says “Take 3” Steps To Fight The Flu: These actions will protect against the new H1N1 too!
Flu is a serious contagious disease. Each year in the United States, on average, more than 200,000 people are hospitalized and 36,000 people die from seasonal flu complications. This flu season could be worse. There is a new and very different flu virus spreading worldwide among people called novel or new H1N1 flu. This virus may cause more illness or more severe illness than usual. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) urges you to take the actions to protect yourself and others from influenza (the flu).
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending July 25, 2009 (Week 29)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
2009-10 ACIP recommendations for prevention and control of seasonal influenza with vaccines
This report updates the 2008 recommendations by CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) regarding the use of influenza vaccine for the prevention and control of seasonal influenza. Information on vaccination issues related to the recently identified novel influenza A H1N1 virus will be published later in 2009. The 2009 seasonal influenza recommendations include new and updated information. Vaccination efforts should begin as soon as vaccine is available and continue through the influenza season. These recommendations also include a summary of safety data for U.S. licensed influenza vaccines. Vaccination and health-care providers should be alert to announcements of recommendation updates and should check the CDC influenza website periodically for additional information.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending July 18, 2009 (Week 28)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending July 11, 2009 (Week 27)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending July 4, 2009 (Week 26)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending June 27, 2009 (Week 25)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending June 20, 2009 (Week 24)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending June 13, 2009 (Week 23)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
Interim Guidance for Homeless and Emergency Shelters on the Novel Influenza A (H1N1) Virus
This document provides interim guidance specific for homeless and emergency shelters during the outbreak of novel influenza A (H1N1) virus and suggested means to reduce the spread of influenza in these settings and communities. Recommendations may need to be revised as more information becomes available.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending June 6, 2009 (Week 22)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending May 30, 2009 (Week 21)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending May 23, 2009 (Week 20)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending May 16, 2009 (Week 19)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending May 9, 2009 (Week 18)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending May 2, 2009 (Week 17)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending April 18, 2009 (Week 15)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
Novel influenza A (H1N1) is a new flu virus of swine origin that was first detected in April, 2009. The virus is infecting people and is spreading from person-to-person, and has sparked a growing outbreak of illness in the United States with an increasing number of cases being reported internationally as well.
H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): General Information
Questions and answers, guidance, and resources for treatment and infection control
Swine Influenza (Flu)
Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza that regularly cause outbreaks of influenza among pigs. Swine flu viruses do not normally infect humans, however, human infections with swine flu do occur, and cases of human-to-human spread of swine flu viruses has been documented.
Key Facts about Swine Influenza (Swine Flu)
Questions and Answers about swine flu, what it is and how it spreads…
Interim Guidance on Infection Control and Antiviral Recommendations for Patients with Confirmed or Suspected Swine Influenza A Virus Infection
Guidance for health care workers and public health personnel…
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending April 11, 2009 (Week 14)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending April 4, 2009 (Week 13)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending March 28, 2009 (Week 12)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending March 21, 2009 (Week 11)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending March 13, 2009 (Week 10)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
Podcast: Testing for Influenza: What It Can Tell Us
This podcast discusses when it's advisable to do a laboratory test for influenza and what the results mean.
Podcast: Influenza 2008-2009: ACIP Recommendations
This podcast presents recommendations on Prevention and Control of Influenza by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
Podcast: Influenza Vaccination: What Your Patients Want to Know
This podcast provides information about influenza vaccination, with answers to questions most commonly asked by patients.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending March 7, 2009 (Week 9)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
Podcast: Seasonal Influenza Activity Update Podcast
This podcast presents an update on the progress of the influenza season to date and summarizes CDC's current influenza-related recommendations.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending February 28, 2009 (Week 8)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending February 21, 2009 (Week 7)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending February 14, 2009 (Week 6)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending February 7, 2009 (Week 5)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
The Flu I.Q. interactive quiz widget
The Flu I.Q. widget is an interactive quiz to test your flu knowledge. Place the Flu I.Q. Widget on your Web site, portal home page or on your blog to help others raise their flu I.Q. too! Don’t worry if you don’t know all the answers at first, the Flu I.Q. widget is an easy and fun way to learn what's true about flu.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending January 31, 2009 (Week 4)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
FLUVIRIN ® (Influenza Virus Vaccine) Luer-Lok pre-filled syringes
Important Notification: Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics Inc. has requested their customers to immediately discontinue use of and return any remaining doses they may have from five lots of FLUVIRIN® Influenza vaccine Luer-Lok pre-filled syringes.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending January 24, 2009 (Week 3)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending January 17, 2009 (Week 2)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending January 10, 2009 (Week 1)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
CDC Health Advisory: CDC Issues Interim Recommendations for the Use of Influenza Antivirals in the Setting of Oseltamivir Resistance among Circulating Influenza A (H1N1) Viruses, 2008-09 Season
CDC has issued updated interim guidance for the use of antiviral medications during the 2008-09 influenza season. This guidance may change as more information becomes available.
Podcast: Influenza Antiviral Resistance and Interim Recommendations for the Use of Influenza Antiviral Medications in the United States.
This podcast describes CDC's newly released Interim Recommendations for the Use of Influenza Antiviral Medications During the 2008-2009 Flu Season in response to high levels of antiviral resistance to oseltamivir (trade name Tamiflu®) among influenza A (H1N1) viruses this season.
Podcast: Influenza Antiviral Resistance and Interim Recommendations for the Use of Influenza Antiviral Medications in the United States.
This podcast describes CDC's newly released Interim Recommendations for the Use of Influenza Antiviral Medications During the 2008-2009 Flu Season in response to high levels of antiviral resistance to oseltamivir (trade name Tamiflu®) among influenza A (H1N1) viruses this season.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending January 3, 2009 (Week 53)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending December 27, 2008 (Week 52)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending December 20, 2008 (Week 51)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending December 19, 2008 (Week 50)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending December 6, 2008 (Week 49)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
Influenza vaccination activities, media events, and campaigns for the 2008-09 season.
A listing of scheduled state and territorial influenza activities and events.
National Influenza Vaccination Week: December 8 - December 14, 2008
National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) begins December 8, 2008. This event is designed to highlight the importance of continuing influenza (flu) vaccination, as well as foster greater use of flu vaccine through the months of December, January, and beyond.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending November 29, 2008 (Week 48)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending November 22, 2008 (Week 47)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending November 15, 2008 (Week 46)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending November 8, 2008 (Week 45)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending November 1, 2008 (Week 44)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 25, 2008 (Week 43)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 18, 2008 (Week 42)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 11, 2008 (Week 41)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
U.S. Flu Activity Report - Week Ending October 4, 2008 (Week 40)
Latest information on influenza activity in the United States.
2008-09 Flu Gallery - Free Flu Materials
This year’s seasonal flu materials are free for download—no printed versions are available. They may be printed on a standard office printer, or you may use a commercial printer.
Emphasis remains on outreach to high-risk groups, as well as parents of all children, health care workers, and people in the workplace.
FDA Announces Influenza Virus Vaccine for the 2008-2009 Season
Influenza virus strains selected for composition of influenza vaccine for use in the 2008-2009 U.S. influenza season.
The 2008-2009 Flu Season
What sort of flu season is expected this year? Will new strains of flu circulate this season? How effective is the flu vaccine? What other factors can influence which viruses are chosen to go into the vaccine? Can the vaccine provide protection even if the vaccine is not a “good” match? In what years was there a good match between the vaccine and the circulating viruses? What is CDC doing to monitor vaccine effectiveness for the 2008-09 season? What determines the severity of a flu season? What is CDC doing to monitor antiviral resistance in the United States during the 2008-09 season? What actions can I take to protect myself and my family against the flu this season?
CDC Says "Take 3" this flu season!
1) Take time to get a vaccine. 2) Take everyday actions to stop germs like frequent hand washing and covering coughs and sneezes. 3) Take antiviral drugs if your doctor says you need them.
Influenza Antiviral Drug Resistance
Information on antiviral drugs and antiviral resistance monitoring in the U.S. for the 2008-09 influenza season.
Misconceptions about Influenza and Influenza Vaccine
Can the flu shot give you the flu? Why do some people not feel well after getting the flu shot? What about people who get a flu vaccine and still get sick with flu-like symptoms? Does getting vaccinated against flu early in the season pose a risk that immunity may wane before the end of the season? Can the nasal spray flu vaccine give you the flu? Is it too late to get vaccinated after Thanksgiving (or the end of November)? Is the “stomach flu” really the flu?
Selecting the Viruses in the Influenza Vaccine
What kind of flu vaccines are there? What does the influenza vaccine protect against? How are viruses chosen for the vaccine each year?
WHO Announcement: Composition of influenza virus vaccines for 2008-2009
World Health Organization (WHO) recommends composition of influenza virus vaccines for use in the 2008-2009 northern hemisphere influenza season.
CDC News Conference on Influenza
As of February 8, 2008, all states in the U.S. are reported influenza activity — 31 states reported widespread influenza activity; 17 states reproted regional influenza activity; and two states as well as the District of Columbia reported local influenza activity.
CDC Health Advisory: Influenza-Associated Pediatric Mortality and Staphylococcus aureus Co-Infection
CDC is requesting that states report all cases of influenza-related pediatric mortality during the 2007-2008 influenza season. This health advisory contains updated information about influenza and bacterial co-infections in children and provides interim testing and treatment recommendations.
Late Season Vaccination Activities
Getting vaccinated now can still provide protection from the flu for the remainder of the flu season. Vaccine is still available.
Influenza Vaccination: A Summary for Clinicians
Available in HTML and PDF format
Pneumococcal: Self-Reported Pneumococcal Vaccination Coverage Trends 1989 - 2006
TABLE: Self-reported pneumococcal vaccination coverage trends 1989 - 2006 among adults by age group, risk group, race/ethnicity, health-care
worker status, and pregnancy status, United States, National Health Interview Survey (NHIS)