Flu vaccinations are used to diminish the effects of the flu season and can lower an individuals risk of getting the flu by about half. Astrazeneca, the company that makes flumist, has tweaked the formula and the cdc added it back to the u. Jan 04, 2018 dallas county suffered its sixth death of the 2017 18 flu season tuesday, marking another low point in one of the worst flu seasons in decades, researchers say. Feb 11, 2020 last years flu season was mild in travis county compared with that of 201718, which was the deadliest on record for the area with 49 flurelated deaths. Early flu season leads to deaths of texas children by debbie koenig dec. Officials confirm 5 flurelated deaths in houston area. All told, texas flurelated death rate this season was 32. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death.
This is the highest number of patient claims since the 2009 flu season. Did you know that the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against the flu is to get vaccinated. Widespread flu activity has left hospitals overwhelmed with patients. Current extended flu activity report pdf february 02, 2020 february 08, 2020 report produced on 2142020. Texas health officials late last week reported the first pediatric flu death of the 20192020 season. Using the supercomputers at the texas advanced computing center, the scientists used their model to run thousands of simulations in which new pandemic viruses emerged at different points throughout the flu. According to an estimate by the centers for disease control and prevention cdc, there were approximately 45 million cases of the flu in the united states during the 2017 2018 influenza season, resulting in an estimated 810,000 flu associated hospitalizations and an estimated 61,000 flu associated deaths.
An estimated 80,000 people died during the 20172018 flu season, the cdc said in september, making it an extremely severe year. Almost 9,500 texas flu deaths recorded this season. Feb 21, 2020 at least 14,000 people have died and 250,000 have already been hospitalized during the 20192020 flu season, according to estimates from the u. Already this year, the houston metropolitan area has seen at least 110 flu related deaths. The season occurs during the cold half of the year in each hemisphere. Since fluassociated deaths in children became a nationally notifiable condition in 2004, the total number of fluassociated deaths among children during one season has ranged from 37. Already this year, the houston metropolitan area has seen at least 110 flurelated deaths. Idcu influenza activity report texas department of state. Flu activity report texas department of state health. Mar 08, 2019 going by the calendar, flu season should be winding down. In general, flu season can start anytime in late fall, peak in midtolate winter usually january or february. In terms of the county, the first flu outbreak was reported jan.
Flurelated deaths in texas double houston chronicle. Flu season nearing end, but 20 states report highest level. An estimated 80,000 americans died of flu and its complications last winter. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year. Jan 08, 2020 those over 65 are usually the group hardest hit by flu.
Sep, 2017 if last years active flu season and this years severe season in the southern hemisphere is any indication of what flu season will look like across the country beginning this fall, then its important to get vaccinated soon against influenza, according to an expert at baylor college of medicine. Walgreens today launched its first flu index for the 201718 season, a weekly report that ranks the top markets and states for flu activity in the u. So far, the 20192020 flu seasons main culprit, influenza bvictoria, has been. Flu vaccines have been updated to better match circulating viruses. But the centers for disease control and prevention says its still going strong, with 20 states registering the. The flu is a very contagious respiratory disease and can lead to. Dec 18, 2019 early flu season leads to deaths of texas children by debbie koenig dec.
Flu season deaths top 80,000 last year, cdc says cnn. Its obvious by now that the 20172018 flu season is one for the record books a fullblown epidemic that the public health system is fighting with all its got. Public health officials say the 20172018 flu season parallels the 20142015 season, the last. Flu killed nearly 10,000 this season houston chronicle. In north texas, several counties have seen flu deaths. But the centers for disease control and prevention says its still going strong, with 20 states registering the highest levels of flu. The centers for disease control and prevention cdc reports that confirmed flu activity continues to decrease. At least 14,000 people have died and 250,000 have already been hospitalized during the 20192020 flu season, according to estimates from the u. Experts say 20172018 flu season could be severe baylor. What you need to know about the upcoming flu season in south texas. The nasal spray is approved for use in nonpregnant individuals, 2. An estimated 80,000 people died during the 2017 2018 flu season, the cdc said in september, making it an extremely severe year. The 20192020 influenza season began on september 29, 2019. Nationwide and across texas, health officials said the flu season is reaching in peak.
Flu cases in williamson county moderate, but increasing. Influenza a is the most common type of flu circulating in travis county. Feb 06, 2018 the 2017 18 flu season has temporarily shut down school districts and sent many people to emergency rooms and urgent care centers. Last years flu season was mild in travis county compared with that of 201718, which was the deadliest on record for the area with 49 flurelated deaths.
Oct 07, 2019 will the 20192020 flu season be a bad one. The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. Statewide, texas flurelated death rate this season was 32. Jun 27, 2018 statewide, texas flurelated death rate this season was 32. Influenza activity remains high across the state and is above the texas specific ili baseline. Flu season often begins in october and continues as late as may, flu season is here.
Everyone 6 months and older get a flu vaccine each season. Thus far this season, 27 children have died of flu in 201718, 187 died but pediatric deaths dont normally start peaking until. Brutal flu season claims more than 150 lives across dallas. Majority of regions with high flu activity are in texas.
Flu season is the time of year when you are most likely to get sick from the flu. Idcu influenza activity report texas department of. Flu activity high in 35 states with influenza b cases surging. Texas is among 22 states considered to have the highest amount of flu cases in the u. Sep 26, 2018 the 2017 2018 flu season was one of the deadliest in decades according to the cdc. Thus far this season, 27 children have died of flu in 201718, 187 died but pediatric deaths dont normally start. More than 2,300 flurelated deaths reported in texas, more.
For the 20192020 season, the nasal spray flu vaccine live attenuated influenza vaccine or laiv is again a recommended option for influenza vaccination of persons for whom it is otherwise appropriate. Dec 07, 2017 in 2016, the cdcs season burden report estimated the number of annual flurelated deaths to be between 12,000 and 56,000, and annual flurelated hospitalizations to be between 140,000 and 710,000. T he 20182019 flu season may not have been as severe as the one that came before it, but it set a record of its own, the centers for disease control and prevention cdc. More than 2,300 flurelated deaths reported in texas, more to. The 20182019 influenza season began on september 30, 2018. The information below contains data through march 14, 2020. Amid texas child flu deaths, strain of virus making deadly. Jun 28, 2018 all told, texas flu related death rate this season was 32.
The 201718 flu season has temporarily shut down school districts and sent many people to emergency rooms and urgent care centers. The 20172018 influenza season began on october 1, 2017. Influenza activity can sometimes be predicted and even tracked geographically. Influenza activity is low across the state of texas. Sep 21, 2018 astrazeneca, the company that makes flumist, has tweaked the formula and the cdc added it back to the u. In all states except hawaii and oregon, the distribution of influenza was indicated as widespread, including 32 states that had high flu activity. So far, the 20192020 flu seasons main culprit, influenza bvictoria, has been surprising and. What you need to know about the upcoming flu season. Jan 15, 2020 the 2017 18 flu season was particularly bad because of the number of cases and deaths, in addition to the lower effectiveness of the vaccine. Statewide, texas flu related death rate this season was 32.
The model incorporates data on flu transmission from the 20082009 flu season and correctly predicted the timing of the 2009 h1n1 pandemic. Flu season could be especially long and deadly this year. The worst of this years flu season passed long ago. If last years active flu season and this years severe season in the.
Influenza a h3n2 virus was the predominant strain overall, but influenza a h1n1 viruses were commonly identified from december to march. For the 20192020 season, the nasal spray flu vaccine live attenuated influenza vaccine or laiv is again a. When it starts, when it ends, which strain will hit the hardest. Since the northern and southern hemisphere have winter. In 2016, the cdcs season burden report estimated the number of annual flurelated deaths to be between 12,000 and 56,000, and annual flurelated hospitalizations to be. Of the 187 children who died from the flu that year. The 201718 flu season was particularly bad because of the number of cases and deaths, in addition to the lower effectiveness of the vaccine. Oct 19, 2017 the model incorporates data on flu transmission from the 20082009 flu season and correctly predicted the timing of the 2009 h1n1 pandemic. The official flu season began on september 29, 2019.
It isnt technically flu season yet, but health officials are urging people to get their flu shots. Flu season thats sickened 26 million may be at its peak. During the spring months of marchmay, influenza b virus became dominant. Since flu associated deaths in children became a nationally notifiable condition in 2004, the total number of flu associated deaths among children during one season has ranged from 37 during the 20112012 season to 186 during the 2017 18 season, as of april 19, 2019. People who are at high risk of serious flu illness should take flu antiviral drugs quickly if they get sick. Flu season is an annually recurring time period characterized by the prevalence of outbreaks of influenza flu.
The 2017 2018 united states flu season lasted from late 2017 through early 2018. Flu activity high in 35 states with influenza b cases. Dallas county suffered its sixth death of the 201718 flu season tuesday, marking another low point in one of the worst flu seasons in decades, researchers say. The 20172018 flu season was one of the deadliest in decades according to the cdc. But epidemics like this are the reason institutions like the centers for disease control cdc exist. One fort worth man lost nine fingers and both feet due to flu. Experts say 20172018 flu season could be severe houston, texas. The 201718 flu season continues to take a toll in dallasfort worth, but officials have said flu activity is beginning to decrease. Every year, thousands of people are hospitalized with the flu. The 20172018 flu season was severe for all us populations and resulted in an estimated 959,000 hospitalizations and 61,099 deaths. Flu season typically runs from october through midmay, peaking in february. Texas influenza summary report, 20162017 influenza season. Nov 19, 2018 it is estimated that the flu results in 31.
Flu season is just around the corner and its time to get. Flu season healthtexas medical group best doctors san. Current extended flu activity report pdf september 22, 2019 september 28, 2019 report produced on 1042019. Flu season nearing end, but 20 states report highest level of. Sep 20, 2019 it isnt technically flu season yet, but health officials are urging people to get their flu shots. Flu season is all in our heads, texas televangelist says. Was this seasons flu vaccine a good match for circulating viruses. In the 201617 season, there were an estimated 29 million flu cases in the united states. Public health officials say the 2017 2018 flu season parallels the 20142015 season, the last intense season in texas. In the united states, flu season occurs in the fall and winter.
What you need to know about the upcoming flu season in. Austin the number of reported flurelated deaths in texas this season has risen to more than 2,300, state data shows, and an official said theres still more to be counted. As of the end of 2018, there were 666 confirmed flu cases recorded for this flu. Center for disease control and preventions early estimates indicate that more than 900,000 people were hospitalized and more than 80,000 people died from flu during the 20172018 flu season. All told, texas flu related death rate this season was 32. Center for disease control and preventions early estimates indicate that more than 900,000 people were hospitalized and. While influenza viruses circulate yearround, most of the time flu activity. Influenza activity remains high across the state and is above the texas specific ili. In texas, more than 11,000 people died from flu and its complications during the 201718 flu season, including 16 children, the texas. Those over 65 are usually the group hardest hit by flu. Flu patients leave texas hospitals strapped the texas tribune.
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