The current extended texas influenza surveillance report is available in pdf format. Flu activity high in 35 states with influenza b cases. In what was considered the worst season in years, the flu and flurelated pneumonia killed nearly 10,000 texans in 20172018, according to. The 20192020 influenza season began on september 29, 2019. Childrens fluassociated deaths are reportable to health authorities, but the number of adults who succumb to flurelated illnesses each season are estimates. The current flu season is on track to easily equal or surpass those numbers. This web page provides preliminary cumulative estimates of flu cases, medical visits and hospitalizations for the 20192020 season. A severe variant of the influenza virus has produced a powerful start to the 2018 flu season. Two pediatric flurelated deaths occurred in harris county during the 20182019 flu season. The united states centers for disease control and prevention cdc began counting the 20172018 flu season as october 2017, and by early february 2018, the. Aggressive measures underway as flu arrives early in north texas. Flu season is all in our heads, texas televangelist says. Statewide, there were more than 11,400 influenza and pneumonia deaths during the 201718 flu season, about 500 more than in the previous season, according to the texas.
The 2017 2018 influenza season was a high severity season with high levels of outpatient clinic and emergency department visits for influenzalike illness ili, high influenzarelated hospitalization rates, and elevated and geographically widespread. Idcu influenza activity report texas department of state. Dec 18, 2019 early flu season leads to deaths of texas children by debbie koenig dec. Influenza activity remains high across the state and has been above the texas specific ili baseline for 14consecutive weeks. Most flu sufferers today are struggling with the same nasty strain of virus known as h3n2, which hit with a vengeance three years ago. 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.
Jun 27, 2018 the central texas region that includes austin and waco recorded 1,146 deaths in the 2017 2018 season, and more than 2,150 occurred in the houston region. Final estimates will be provided later this winter. Current extended flu activity report pdf april 5, 2020 april 11, 2020 report produced on 4 172020. Jan 05, 2018 sneezing and coughing have characterized this holiday season, but thats no coincidence. The 20172018 influenza season began on october 1, 2017. 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. Flu season nearing end, but 20 states report highest level of. Flu is now widespread in texas by diana zoga published january 30, 2019 updated on january 30, 2019 at 10.
The 2018 flu season is the worst since the 2009 swine flu. An estimated 80,000 americans died of flu and its complications last winter. Laboratory confirmed flu activity as reported by clinical laboratories continues to decrease sharply and is now low. How many children died from flu during the 20172018 season. Jan 03, 2018 a severe variant of the influenza virus has produced a powerful start to the 2018 flu season. San antonio grappling with strong flu season san antonio. Almost 9,500 texas flu deaths recorded this season.
Texas flu season 20182019 best texas er open 247, no lines. Flu season is on its way out in texas, but dont let your guard down compared to the last four years, this season saw the highest levels of influenzalike illness. But high emergency room volumes and filled hospital beds are not uncommon for this point during flu season, state officials said. In the 2018 2019 flu season, the centers for disease control and prevention. Flu killed nearly 10,000 this season houston chronicle. In what was considered the worst season in years, the flu and flurelated pneumonia killed nearly 10,000 texans in 20172018, according to state health officials. Summary of texas influenza flu and influenzalike illness ili activity for the current week. Early flu season leads to deaths of texas children by debbie koenig dec. Flu season is just around the corner and its time to get. In texas, more than 1 people died from flu and its complications during the. More than 2,300 flurelated deaths reported in texas, more. What you need to know about the upcoming flu season in south.
In addition to flu, other respiratory virusesespecially rhinovirusenteroviruswere detected in texas during week 39. Current extended flu activity report pdf september 22, 2019 september 28, 2019 report produced on 1042019. The nasal spray is approved for use in nonpregnant individuals, 2. Influenza a is the most common type of flu circulating in travis county. The number of reported flu related 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. Eighty thousand americans died of the the flu last season, according to preliminary data from the centers for disease control and prevention thats more than the number.
Texas flu cases top the nation to start 2018 houston. We urge everyone six months old and older to get vaccinated every flu season. Flu season is on its way out in texas, but dont let your. Nationwide, 20 children have died of the flu this season, including one in san antonio. The 2018 2019 influenza season began on september 30, 2018. The 2017 2018 flu season was one of the deadliest in decades according to the cdc. Sep 21, 2018 in the southern hemisphere, the 2018 flu season is just wrapping up, so the world health organization and the food and drug administration can make decisions by looking at which strains developed. Fernando ramirez is a reporter for and the houston chronicle. Flu seasons odd start punctuated by harris county childs. In a typical flu season, flu vaccine can be up to 40 to 60percent effective. Experts say 20172018 flu season could be severe houston, texas.
Dshs encourages texans to get vaccinated now as flu season begins. The 180 children who died in 20172018 was also a new record. Jan 25, 2018 the number of reported flu related 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. The worst of a deadly flu season is over in texas, but that doesnt mean an end to the risks. Flu season has begun, but when should you get the vaccine.
But high emergency room volumes and filled hospital beds are not uncommon for this point during flu season, state officials. More than 2,300 flurelated deaths reported in texas, more to. Jan 30, 2019 for the first time in the 20182019 flu season, the flu virus is considered widespread in texas childrens medical center dallas reported 253 positive flu cases in last weeks monitoring. So far, the 20192020 flu season s main culprit, influenza bvictoria, has been surprising and. The 9,470 deaths represent a spike of nearly 27 percent from the 7,459 deaths in 20162017, and an increase of nearly 82 percent over. Sep 26, 2018 the 2017 2018 flu season was one of the deadliest in decades according to the cdc. Mar 08, 2019 going by the calendar, flu season should be winding down. In fact, the 2018 2019 season was the longest flu season in the past decade. Flu is now widespread in texas nbc 5 dallasfort worth. The texas department of health this season is reporting the deaths of 2,355 people.
The nasal spray is approved for use in nonpregnant individuals, 2 years through 49 years of age. The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. Flu patients leave texas hospitals strapped the texas tribune. Flurelated deaths in texas double houston chronicle. Influenza activity is low across the state of texas. Astrazeneca, the company that makes flumist, has tweaked the formula and the cdc added it back to the u. The next mobile clinic for adults is scheduled for saturday, september 29 at the. Because getting the flu is easy, but getting the shot is even easier. This is the highest number of patient claims since the 2009 flu season. Jan 12, 2018 texas and the rest of the country is grappling with rising levels of flu illnesses. This years flu vaccine has been 45% effective against the flu so far this season, new cdc figures show it worked better. Sep 20, 2019 it isnt technically flu season yet, but health officials are urging people to get their flu shots.
What you need to know about the upcoming flu season in south texas. The information below contains data through march 14, 2020. Cdc officials say 36 states are reporting widespread flu illnesses. 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. Its scary enough to have everyone asking when does flu season end. Flu report 20192020 flu season forecasts, stats, and. While flu season always occurs during the colder months, its hit a little earlier than usual in. Going by the calendar, flu season should be winding down. Flu vaccines have been updated to better match circulating viruses. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.
Jan 02, 2018 texas flu cases top the nation to start 2018 houston heights, tx houston and east texas among hardest hit areas in the country, according to data compiled by walgreens. All flu vaccines this season are made to protect against viruses similar to the strains abrisbane02 2018 h1n1, akansas142017 h3n2 and bcolorado062017 bvictoria lineage. Flu activity report texas department of state health. Jan 11, 2018 widespread flu activity has left hospitals overwhelmed with patients.
Excluding the swine flu pandemic of 2009, the worst flu outbreak on record occurred in 2015, during which 710,000 u. No influenzaassociated pediatric deaths were reported. The 20172018 flu season was severe for all us populations and resulted in an estimated 959,000 hospitalizations and 61,099 deaths. Current extended flu activity report pdf please note. Flu patients leave texas hospitals strapped the texas. Flu season nearing end, but 20 states report highest level. The influenza season officially began on september 30, 2018, and historically peaks january through february. Texas and the rest of the country is grappling with rising levels of flu illnesses.
Inoculate yourself with the word of god gloria copelands prescription for avoiding the flu is to tell yourself that you won. As of april 19, 2019, a total of 186 pediatric deaths had been reported to cdc during the 20172018 season. In what was considered the worst season in years, the flu and related complications killed nearly 10,000 texans in 20172018, according to state health officials. Find current information on the 2018 19 flu season. Sep, 2018 flu vaccines are always offered at dallas county health department headquarters and half a dozen community clinics. This map of texas explains why everyone you know has the flu. Information you need to know about the current 20192020 flu season. The centers for disease control and prevention cdc reports that confirmed flu activity continues to decrease. Jan 25, 2018 in the most active season in recent years, the number of texans dying from a flu related cause has now doubled.
This number exceeds the previously highest number of fluassociated deaths in children reported during a regular flu season 171 during the 201220 season. But the centers for disease control and prevention says its still going strong, with 20 states registering the highest levels of flu. Texas flu cases top the nation to start 2018 houston heights, tx houston and east texas among hardest hit areas in the country, according to data compiled by walgreens. But epidemics like this are the reason institutions like the centers for disease control cdc exist. 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.
The official flu season began on september 29, 2019. Texas has been seeing more numbers with those infected by influenza and the season has yet to peak. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Flu season deaths top 80,000 last year, cdc says cnn. Brutal flu season claims more than 150 lives across dallas. Dec 24, 2019 activity in 30 statesincluding texasis widespread. The current extended texas influenza surveillance report is available in pdf. When it starts, when it ends, which strain will hit the hardest. Widespread flu activity has left hospitals overwhelmed with patients. Brutal flu season claims more than 150 lives across dallasfort worth in north texas, several counties have seen flu deaths. Most of us have never seen a flu season like that, he adds. By the end of this season, the number of pediatric deaths could exceed the 148 deaths reported during the 20142015 flu season, health officials said.
In the most active season in recent years, the number of texans dying from a flu related cause has now doubled. Idcu influenza activity report texas department of. Feb 28, 2020 the texas department of state health services reports that the north texas region is highest for child flu deaths. Sep 30, 2019 additional flu information and tips are at. Apr 17, 2020 seasonal influenza activity in the united states has been elevated for weeks. Some vaccines include an additional vaccine virus strain, bphuket307320 byamagata lineage. Dshs encourages you to protect yourself and your family by getting the flu shot as soon as possible. But high emergency room volumes and filled hospital beds are not uncommon for this point during flu season. The flu is especially hard on older adults and small children, so keep your family protected. Sneezing and coughing have characterized this holiday season, but thats no coincidence. Jan 04, 2018 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.
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