Flu Season
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, reducing the spread of respiratory illnesses, like flu, this winter is more important than ever. CDC has worked with vaccine manufacturers to have extra flu vaccine available and a record number of flu vaccine doses has been distributed in the U.S. There’s still time to get a flu vaccine. Use the VaccineFinderexternal icon to find out where to get vaccinated near you.
Influenza Updates:
- Laboratory-confirmed flu activity is low at this time.
- Elevated influenza-like-illness is likely related to COVID-19.
- 192.5 million doses of flu vaccine have been distributed.
CDC Recommends:
A weekly influenza surveillance report prepared by the Influenza Division. All data are preliminary and may change as more reports are received.
Frequently asked question and answers for the 2020-21 influenza season.
Find current information on the 2020-21 flu season.
This web page provides preliminary cumulative estimates of flu cases, medical visits and hospitalizations for the 2019-2020 season. Final estimates will be provided later this winter.
The Influenza Division at CDC has engaged with members of the scientific community on real-world influenza forecasting challenges known as FluSight.
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