CDC - Seasonal Influenza (Flu)

Sick at Home - Caring for the Sick at Home
I never get the flu - 2009 H1N1 vaccination is the best protection.
2009 H1N1 - 2009 H1N1

Flu activity has declined in recent weeks
but flu activity – caused by 2009 H1N1
or seasonal flu viruses — may continue
for several more months. CDC continues
to recommend vaccination with seasonal
and 2009 H1N1 vaccine. While supplies
of seasonal flu vaccines may be limited, supplies of 2009 H1N1 vaccines have increased dramatically. Find a vaccine.

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, NIVW, 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.
Cancer Patients and Survivors If you have cancer now or have had cancer in the past, you are at higher risk for complications from flu.
Workplace Information and tools on preventing the flu, workplace–specific guidelines, and printable materials.

People with HIV/AIDS How to protect yourself with a weakened immune system.
Legal Professionals & Policymakers Legal materials related to influenza.
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…