Influenza Updates:
- 2017-2018 was a high severity, H3N2-predominant season.
- Flu activity in the U.S. is low now, but expected to pick up in the Fall.
CDC on Flu Vaccine:
- CDC’s vaccine recommendations for the 2018-2019 flu season are now available.
- CDC recommends yearly flu vaccination for people 6 months and older.
- Get vaccinated by the end of October.
Flu Activity & Surveillance
During week 20 (May 13-19, 2018), flu activity continued to decrease in the U.S.
Flu Vaccine Finder
Find the flu shot near you.
What's New
- Key Facts About Seasonal Flu Vaccine Thursday, September 6, 2018
- Children & Influenza (Flu) Thursday, September 6, 2018
- Influenza vaccines — United States, 2018–19 influenza season Thursday, September 6, 2018
- People 65 Years and Older & Influenza Tuesday, September 4, 2018
- Get Vaccinated Friday, August 31, 2018
- Page last reviewed: August 23, 2018
- Page last updated: August 23, 2018
- Content source:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD)
- Page maintained by: Office of the Associate Director for Communication, Digital Media Branch, Division of Public Affairs
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