Influenza Is Deadly. Vital to Continue to Vaccinate Through the Spring Months.

A News & Events entry posted on March 18, 2009

U.S. Influenza activity is really on the move. In the week of March 1-7, CDC received reports of four more U.S. children killed by complications from influenza; the total of reported pediatric influenza deaths this influenza season now stands at 26. Thirty-five states have reported widespread influenza activity, up from 31 reported during the week of February 22-28.

Yearly vaccination is the first and most important step in protecting against influenza and its complications. It is important to continue vaccinating into the spring months. The supply of influenza vaccine is robust; if you run out of vaccine in your work setting, please place another order.

Many resources regarding influenza disease and vaccination are available to healthcare professionals and the public.

For more information about influenza vaccination, visit the following websites. They are continually updated with the latest resources and information:

American Lung Association’s Flu Clinic Locator

Virginia Department of Health’s Influenza Activity in Virginia

The National Influenza Vaccine Summit, Prevent Influenza Website

The CDC’s Seasonal Flu Web Section