UPDATE: CDC estimates of 2009 H1N1 related cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the United States from April 2009 - March 13, 2010.

Published April 19, 2010 at 12:17 p.m.

CDC has again updated its estimates of the total number of 2009 H1N1 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the United States since April, 2009. The new estimates incorporate an additional four weeks of flu data from the previous estimates released on March 12, 2010 ...

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UPDATE: Weekly FluView Map and Surveillance Report for Week Ending April 10, 2010

Published April 16, 2010 at 1:30 p.m.

During week 14 (April 4-10, 2010), influenza activity decreased in the U.S. 52 (2.7%) specimens tested by U.S. World Health Organization (WHO) and National Respiratory and Enteric Virus Surveillance System (NREVSS) collaborating laboratories and reported to CDC/Influenza Division were positive for influenza ...

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UPDATE: Influenza and Pneumonia-Associated Hospitalizations and Deaths from August 30, 2009 to April 3, 2010

Published April 16, 2010 at 1:30 p.m.

As of April 16, 2010, the Aggregate Hospitalizations and Deaths Reporting Activity (AHDRA) has concluded for the 2009-2010 flu season. The AHDRA surveillance system was created specifically in response to the 2009 H1N1 pandemic, and the system will be maintained for quick implementation in the event of another flu pandemic. CDC will continue to track hospitalizations and deaths through its traditional seasonal flu surveillance systems during the 2010-2011 season. Pneumonia and influenza-related

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MMWR UPDATE: Influenza Activity --- United States, August 30, 2009 - March 27, 2010, and Composition of the 2010 - 11 Influenza Vaccine

Published April 15, 2010 at 1:35 p.m.

Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) April 16, 2010 / 59(14);423-430 ...

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NEW: 5 Things Caregivers of People with Disabilities Need To Know About the Flu

Published April 8, 2010 at 10:27 a.m.

If you provide care for a person with a disability either at home or in a community-based setting, read the 5 Things Caregivers of People with Disabilities Need to Know about the Flu ...

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NEW: 5 Things People with Disabilities Need To Know About the Flu

Published April 8, 2010 at 10:25 a.m.

If you are a person with a disability, read the 5 Things People with Disabilities Need to know about the Flu ...

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NEW: Interim Results: State-Specific Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent Vaccination Coverage

Published April 5, 2010 at 10:37 a.m.

Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) April 2, 2010 / 59(12); 363-368 ...

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NEW: Interim Results: Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent and Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Coverage Among Health-Care Personnel --- United States, August 2009--January 2010

Published April 5, 2010 at 10:30 a.m.

Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) April 2, 2010 / 59(12);357-362 ...

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UPDATE: Influenza and Pneumonia-Associated Hospitalizations and Deaths from August 30, 2009 to March 27, 2010

Published April 2, 2010 at 11:00 a.m.

Although flu activity remains relatively low nationally, the Southeast United States is experiencing continued regional activity, according to the March 21-27, 2010 FluView. Most flu continues to be 2009 H1N1. Flu activity, caused by either 2009 H1N1 or seasonal flu viruses, may rise and fall, but is expected to continue for weeks in the U.S. Internationally, 2009 H1N1 flu is still circulating, including in the Southern Hemisphere, which is about to enter its flu season. For more information,

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Travel and 2009 H1N1 Vaccine

Published March 30, 2010 at 11:53 a.m.

NEW: This page provides information and links for travelers who want to reduce their risk of becoming sick with 2009 H1N1 ...

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