Getting an annual flu shot, staying home while sick, and washing your hands often help prevent the spread of the flu. These interactive views display flu cases and hospitalizations associated with the flu each week across New York, in each region and county, and compares trends between seasons.

To manage patients effectively, providers should refer to current local surveillance data to learn which respiratory viruses are predominating. Reliable and rapid diagnostic tests for influenza are not available for point-of-care decision-making.

1 day ago · According to a NYC Health surveillance report that covers cases reported until Jan. 25, New York City had more than 24,000 flu cases, a 4% increase from the previous week -- and a 4-year high. At ...

The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) collects, compiles, and analyzes information on flu activity year-round in New York State (NYS), and produces a weekly report during the flu season (October through the following May).

Jan 15, 2025 · The number of people with flu in New York is high — hospitalizations in the state increased by 44% during the week ending Jan. 4, compared to the prior week. Increases are widespread across all regions of the state.

3 days ago · By the numbers: Influenza-like illness accounted for 14% of all healthcare visits in NYC and 5.88% statewide, surpassing the epidemic threshold of 4.2%.While no new pediatric flu deaths were ...

Flu (influenza) is a contagious respiratory illness that causes symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat and body aches. It is most common during the fall and winter months. Every year, about 2,000 New Yorkers die of seasonal flu and pneumonia, which can develop as a complication of the flu.

The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) collects, compiles, and analyzes information on influenza activity year-round in New York State (NYS) and produces this weekly report during the influenza season (October through the following May)1. Data are provisional and subject to change.

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3 days ago · New York City Health and Hospitals executive director of NYC Care, Dr. Jonathan Jimenez, explains the symptoms of influenza. NEW YORK (PIX11) – Flu cases in the city are rising.