Similarities and Differences between Flu and COVID-19
Sep 17, 2024 · COVID-19 is caused by infection with a coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) first identified in 2019. Flu is caused by infection with an influenza virus. From what we know, COVID-19 spreads more easily than flu.
Respiratory Virus Activity Levels | Respiratory Illnesses | CDC
Jan 17, 2025 · Provides an update on how COVID-19, influenza, and RSV may be spreading nationally and in your state. Respiratory illness activity is monitored using the acute respiratory illness (ARI) metric.
Respiratory Virus Guidance Update Frequently Asked Questions
Sep 19, 2024 · CDC offers separate, specific guidance for healthcare settings (COVID-19, flu, and general infection prevention and control) and Interim Guidance for Managing Healthcare Personnel with SARS-CoV-2 Infection or Exposure to SARS-CoV-2 that is not currently changing.
Weekly US Map: Influenza Summary Update | FluView | CDC
A Weekly Influenza Surveillance Report Prepared by the Influenza Division. This system monitors visits for respiratory illness that includes fever plus a cough or sore throat, also referred to as ILI, not laboratory confirmed influenza and may capture patient visits due to other respiratory pathogens that cause similar symptoms.
What to Know for this Fall and Winter Virus Season
Nov 21, 2024 · Treatments for flu and for COVID-19 can lessen symptoms and shorten the time you are sick. Keep reading to learn how to help keep yourself and others healthy this fall and winter virus season.
2024-2025 Respiratory Disease Season Outlook | NCIRD | CDC
Aug 30, 2024 · CDC expects the upcoming fall and winter respiratory disease season (2024-2025) will likely have a similar or lower combined peak hospital burden due to COVID-19, flu, and RSV compared to last season (2023-2024). This outlook is based on expert opinion, historical data, and scenario modeling for COVID-19, flu, and RSV.
Weekly US Influenza Surveillance Report: Key Updates for Week 51 ...
Dec 27, 2024 · • Influenza viruses are among several viruses contributing to respiratory disease activity. CDC is providing updated, integrated information about COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity on a weekly basis.
Weekly US Influenza Surveillance Report: Key Updates for Week 2, …
Jan 17, 2025 · Influenza viruses are among several viruses contributing to respiratory disease activity. CDC is providing updated, integrated information about COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity on a weekly basis.
Influenza (Flu) | Influenza (Flu) | CDC - Centers for Disease …
Learn about prevention and treatment for flu and COVID-19. Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. Learn …
Getting a Flu Vaccine and other Recommended Vaccines at the …
Sep 17, 2024 · People can get a flu vaccine and COVID-19 vaccine at the same visit if they are eligible, and if the timing for each vaccine is right. IIV3s and RIV3 can be administered simultaneously or sequentially with other inactivated vaccines or live vaccines.