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Influenza (Flu)

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Influenza Updates:

Now is the time to get your flu vaccine.
Flu vaccination coverage in the U.S. from the 2016-17 season is now available.
CDC Kicks Off 2017-2018 Flu Vaccination Campaign

CDC Recommends:

Everyone 6 months and older should get an injectable flu vaccine before the end of October, if possible.
CDC guidance for the 2017-2018 influenza season has been published.

Everyone 6 months & older should receive a yearly flu vaccine.

Prevent Flu

Everyone 6 months & older should receive a yearly flu vaccine.

Flu can cause mild to severe illness. Learn the symptoms of flu.

Symptoms & Diagnosis

Flu can cause mild to severe illness. Learn the symptoms of flu.

Prescription medications called antiviral drugs can be used to treat flu.

Treatment

Prescription medications called antiviral drugs can be used to treat flu.

During week 40 (October 1-7, 2017), influenza activity was low in the United States.

Flu Activity & Surveillance

During week 40 (October 1-7, 2017), influenza activity was low in the United States.

Flu Vaccine Finder

Flu Finder

Everyone six months of age or older needs a flu vaccine.

Find the flu shot near you.

Other Types of Influenza

Stay Connected with Flu

What's New

Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report Friday, October 13, 2017
National Press Conference Kicks Off 2017-2018 Flu Vaccination Campaign Thursday, September 28, 2017
Recommended composition of influenza virus vaccines for use in the 2018 southern hemisphere influenza season Thursday, September 28, 2017
Flu Fighters Thursday, September 28, 2017

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Page last reviewed: October 13, 2017
Page last updated: October 13, 2017
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