Influenza (Flu)
Influenza Updates:
- Seasonal flu activity continues, but is decreasing across most of the country.
- CDC recommends flu vaccination as long as flu viruses are circulating. Prompt antiviral drug treatment is also important if prescribed by your health care provider.
- A COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing.
Laboratory confirmed flu activity as reported by clinical laboratories remains low.
About Flu
Learn about flu season and get answers to questions.
Flu Season
Find information about current and past flu seasons.
People at Higher Risk
Understand who is at higher risk of flu.
FluVaxView
Reports on Flu Vaccination Coverage and Utilization
Communication Resources
Find resources to promote flu prevention.
Health Professionals
Learn what CDC recommends this season.
Flu News & Spotlights
Read about CDC's work with flu.
Flu vs. COVID Symptoms
Learn the differences between Flu and COVID-19.
Flu Vaccine Finder
Find flu vaccines in your area.
Everyone 6 months of age and older needs a flu vaccine.
Other Types of Influenza
Pandemic
Avian
Swine/Variant
Flu in Animals
Canine Flu
Animal to HumanStay Connected with Flu
What's New
- CDC Director Adopts Preference for Specific Flu Vaccines for Seniors Thursday, June 23, 2022
- UPDATE: U.S. Case of Human Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Virus Reported Thursday, May 5, 2022
- CDC-Coauthored Study Shows Room for Improvement in Antiviral Use and Vaccination Rates for Flu in U.S. Hospitalized Children Wednesday, May 4, 2022
- U.S. Case of Human Avian Influenza A(H5) Virus Reported Thursday, April 28, 2022
- Avian Influenza Current Situation Summary Wednesday, April 13, 2022
Page last reviewed: July 1, 2022