CDC Influenza News and Highlights

Influenza (Flu)

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UPDATED: Influenza Vaccine Safety Information for Clinicians

UPDATED: Total Doses of Distributed Flu Vaccine for the 2014-15 Season

Update: Influenza Activity — United States and Worldwide, May 18–September 20, 2014. MMWR 63 (39);861-864

UPDATED: What You Should Know for the 2014-2015 Influenza Season

Note About Vaccine Supply Delay

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Weekly Influenza Surveillance

CDC has published the 2014-2015 recommendations for the prevention and control of influenza. CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older.

Flu activity is low across the United States now, but usually begins to increase in October andmost commonly peaks between January and March. Make plans to get your flu vaccine this fall.

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Flu Vaccination by Jet Injector: Questions and Answers What is a jet injector and how is it used for vaccination? What flu vaccines are available via jet injector this season? What flu viruses does the flu vaccine administered by jet injector protect against?

Vaccination: Who Should Do It, Who Should Not FactSheet Everyone 6 months and older is recommended for annual flu vaccination with rare exception. Talk to your doctor or nurse if you have any questions regarding which flu vaccine options are best for you and your family. Download