Additionally, klobuchar continued to push the us food and drug administration to fix the national iv bag and saline shortage, for adversely affecting the treatment of flu symptoms. Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza is commonly called the flu, but its not the same as stomach flu viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting. In recent flu seasons, the cdc and the american academy of. Heres the difference between coronavirus and flu symptoms. Most people who get flu will recover in a few days to less than two weeks, but some people will develop complications such as pneumonia as a result of flu, some of which can be lifethreatening and result in death. Symptoms of a flu infection include sore throat, a cough, aches, headaches and a fever. Heres what you need to know about this years flu shot, flu symptoms, and flu.
While the beginning of major flu activity in each season. Tea, especially green tea, also has antioxidant and antiinflammatory properties and helps promote overall good health. Its symptoms are usually more serious than the sneezes and stuffy nose. Viral gastroenteritis stomach flu symptoms and causes. 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 say. Do we need patients with flu like symptoms to require medical attention during the end of the flu season. The start of the 20192020 flu season was unusual, with influenza b circulating early. Not sure if you have seasonal allergies or covid19.
Nasal congestion runny nose with a watery discharge is another major symptom. Find out if youre eligible for the free nhs flu vaccine. The season occurs during the cold half of the year in each hemisphere. Allergies have more chronic symptoms and include sneezing, wheezing, and coughing. Both seasonal flu viruses and 2019ncov are contagious viruses that cause respiratory illness. At the time, there had been 400 outbreaks of flu that season in minnesota s schools, and outbreaks in longterm care facilities, with one child in the state dying. Dec 16, 2019 symptoms of a flu infection include sore throat, a cough, aches, headaches and a fever. Most people come down with it between december and february. Most people get over an infection within two weeks, at most. Jan 26, 2020 while drinking hot tea isnt a magic fix, studies show that hot beverages can help ease some of the flus most common symptoms including runny nose, cough, sneezing and sore throat. Influenza b strain dominating early in the 2020 flu season.
Influenza b is dominating this years flu seasonheres what. A woman prepares to receive a flu shot on january 22, in san francisco. Different symptoms for coronavirus, flu, and allergies. Mar 02, 2018 this year s flu season is turning out to be so intense that the number of people seeking care at doctors offices and emergency rooms is almost as high as levels reported during the peak of the. In some cases, flu can lead to pneumonia and other health complications. Colorados flu season kicks off with an unusual twist. The flu vaccine s most common side effect are flu like symptoms. Flu season typically falls sometime between the start of fall and the end of spring. Flu season is an annually recurring time period characterized by the prevalence of outbreaks of influenza flu. Flu season deaths top 80,000 last year, cdc says cnn. With a less effective flu vaccine the season could have been even more severe, experts note. How to tell coronavirus, flu, and allergy symptoms apart.
The flu has symptoms similar to the novel coronavirus, such as fever and body aches, but influenza usually doesnt. Flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, chills, headaches, fatigue, and. If you are a person at high risk of flu related complications and develop flu symptoms, contact your healthcare provider. Mar 24, 2020 its allergy season and we havent exactly cleared flu season yet, but that hasnt stopped the new coronavirus from spreading throughout the nation and creating a new normal for americans. For the past three decades, flu activity has peaked at some point between the months of october and february but always tapers off by april. The arrival of arizona s first covid19 cases in the middle of flu season have some people wondering how to determine which is. These are prescription medicines in various forms, such as pills. Flu season can last through may, according to the centers for disease control and prevention, and older people, young children, pregnant women, and people with longterm health conditions are at. An estimated 35 million americans were infected last flu season, and about 500,000 were hospitalized. During the 20172018 flu season, approximately 900,000 people were hospitalized and 80,000 people died due to flu complications. The most commonly observed symptoms of covid19 are. Flu season is in high gear, but other viruses can cause similar symptoms. If you have flu symptoms and are at risk of complications, see your doctor.
An estimated 32 million americans have come down with influenza since this year s flu season began in late september, resulting in about 18,000 deaths, according to the centers for. Apr 17, 2018 flu season is in full, miserable swing, and the centers for disease control and prevention cdc has issued a warning that this year s strain is especially dangerous. Symptoms, shots, and season updates for 2020 raleigh. Sep 24, 2019 flu season in the southern hemisphere can be an indication of what s in store for the northern hemisphere, and the recent flu season in australia, where winter just ended, was one of the worst the.
What will the rest of the 20192020 flu season be like. Will the 2020 flu season be as deadly as last years. Mar 23, 2020 so far, 23,00059,000 have died from the flu in the u. The centers for disease control and prevention cdc note that already 170. Right now, the number of covid19 cases pales in comparison to the number of flu cases, says dr. Sep 26, 2017 flu is a common seasonal respiratory illness, and it is essential to know how to identify it. Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine as soon as the current seasons. And although a cold can be a nuisance, you usually feel much worse with the flu. The fda in 2018 approved the first new flu treatment in nearly 20 years. Regardless of the year, however, one trend stands out. Here s how to prevent the flu, plus information on flu treatment and diagnosis. Difference between coronavirus and regular flu symptoms. The full list of symptoms of covid19 continues to evolve as more is learned about the illness.
The new treatment joins the other three antivirals for flu. This years flu season began unusually early, and the centers for disease control and prevention has reported widespread flu in 46 states. Jan 08, 2020 administering a flu vaccine in memphis. Dec 30, 2019 the cdc weekly flu tracker says that of dec. Influenza b strain dominating early in the 2020 flu season webmd. Around 1% of people in the us get hospitalized due to the flu every season. Flu season kicked off early in louisiana this year and as of last week, is the only state reporting high levels of flu like activity, according to the u. Fever and chills very high fever and occasional chills are noticeable symptoms of seasonal flu. Dec 06, 2019 the last flu season to rev up this early was in 20032004 a bad one. Mar 26, 2020 its updated every year to target the influenza virus strains predicted to be the most common during flu season. Weekly surveillance report of fluview for the 20192020 season will begin october 11. Flu report 20192020 flu season forecasts, stats, and tips.
Influenza also known as flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It s more effective to get the vaccine before the start of the flu season december to march. Flu season thats sickened 26 million may be at its peak. 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. The full list of symptoms of covid19 continues to evolve as more. Dec 31, 2019 last year s flu season was historically bad, and the 201920 season is off to an even worse start. Everyone 6 months and older get a flu vaccine each season. The symptoms for covid19 can be very similar to those of the seasonal flu or even a common cold. The symptoms of the flu and covid19 have some differences. Jan 06, 2017 flu season is off and running, right on time, federal health officials said friday. The season generally reaches its peak in february and ends in march 2. But colds usually develop slowly, whereas the flu tends to come on suddenly. A flu shot wont prevent coronavirus, but it could help. This page provides resources about flu symptoms, complications, and diagnosis.
People who have the flu will typically experience symptoms within 14 days. Aug 08, 2019 influenza, or flu, is a highly contagious respiratory illness spread by coughs and sneezes of an infected person. Every state is reporting influenza outbreaks, and it looks a little worse than last years relatively mild. In the southern hemisphere, however, where winter comes during our summer months, the flu season. What you need to know about the 20192020 flu season. During week mar 2430, flu activity decreased in the u. It s important to note that even doctors have a difficult time differentiating a mild case of novel coronavirus from the common cold or flu, since there is a lot of overlap in symptoms and in. Cold symptoms tend to come on gradually, but the flu. The cdc estimates that 80,000 people died of the flu during the 20172018 season. Some experts think the early start may mean a lot of suffering is in store, but others say its too early to tell. You can get the flu at any time, but flu season in the u. According to the centers for disease control and prevention, most people who get the flu experience mild to moderate symptoms and recover in a few days to two weeks. This year s flu season began unusually early, and the centers for disease control and prevention has reported widespread flu in 46 states.
Heres what you need to know about the symptoms, risks, and tips that can help you stay healthy. The 20172018 flu season was one of the deadliest in decades according to the cdc. Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an infectious disease caused by an influenza virus. 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. Unlike covid19, seasonal flu is in every state and every community in the u. The h3n2 flu strain, which may be the dominant one this season, tends. Unusual type of flu virus is dominating early start to this. People who are at high risk of serious flu illness should take flu antiviral drugs quickly if they get sick. Cdc recommends everyone 6 months and older get a flu vaccine by the end of october. Sore throat within 2 to 3 days of influenza virus infection, throat itching and soreness are manifested in maximum. Whats the difference between coronavirus, cold and flu. Different viral strains circulate each year, which makes forecasting the diseases spreadand formulating the annual flu vaccinean educated guessing. Here is a breakdown of the peak months of flu activity over a 34year period between.
Its a time of year when both the common cold and seasonal allergies are widespread and the common flu is still present, wreaking all sorts of havoc on our health. Flu symptoms can come suddenly, but most people who experience them are able to recover fully in less than two weeks. The second wave offlu season is here and the cdc estimates that so far this season there have been at least 32 million flu illnesses and about 18,000 deaths from the flu. Symptoms of covid19, cold, flu and allergies lee says it s helpful to first understand what the major signs are for covid19, the common cold, the seasonal flu and seasonal allergies. Viral gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, and sometimes fever.
Cdc recommends early antiviral treatment in people with flu symptoms who are 65 years and older or otherwise at high risk of developing serious flu illness. So far, 23,00059,000 have died from the flu in the u. While there are many different flu viruses, a flu vaccine protects against the three viruses that research suggests will be most common. However, lab and epidemiologic data show that this year s flu shot is a pretty good match with the major strains circulating throughout the country. Seasonal flu or seasonal influenza is a disease of the respiratory system, caused due to infection by influenza virus. The best time to get a flu vaccine is in the fall, before flu season starts, so your body has time to build up immunity. In total, the cdc estimates there have been at least 6. Initially, the flu may seem like a common cold with a runny nose, sneezing and sore throat. Jan 15, 2020 the flu vaccine for the 20192020 season has been formulated to protect against both h1n1 and h3n2, the two strains that dominated last years flu season, as well as other strains that are. Information you need to know about the current 20192020 flu season. The 20192020 flu season is up and runningand so far, its off to a weird start. While flu seasons tend to vary from year to year, typically in the. Here s what you should do if you feel ill and are worried you have covid19. This article lists the symptoms, which include a sore throat, body aches, fever, and a cough.
If it is flu season and you are generally healthy and experience symptoms, you dont need to see a doctor right away, says joseph ladapo, md, phd, professor of medicine at ucla. The current flu season, as of april 4, 2020, has claimed roughly 24,000 to 62,000 lives. The best way to minimize risk of seasonal flu is getting yourself vaccinated before the flu season. Jan, 2020 however, this season, influenza b is spreading like wildfirethe cdc even reported that this is the first time the us has seen it predominate flu season since the 19921993 flu season, with 21. Oct 25, 2019 the states flu vaccination rate of 29. The 201718 flu season, for example, was particularly bad. Flu season was one of the deadliest for us children both influenza a and influenza b strains cause the same illness. As of publication, the world health organization states that the fatality rate for covid19 is around 3%. Flu several states have reported increases in influenzalike illnesses, according to the cdc.
Fever, body aches, dry cough, and being very tired are more likely to be the flu. Dec 10, 2019 enlarge a child received a vaccination against influenza a h1n1. The most common way to develop viral gastroenteritis often called stomach flu is through contact with an infected person or by ingesting contaminated food or water. Its important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever. Overall, according to the cdc, the death rate of those who have been infected with the flu this season is 0. Information you need to know about the current 20182019 flu. The h1n1 part of the flu vaccine is essentially a 100% match with the circulating strain, cdc lab data show. The flu has symptoms similar to the novel coronavirus, such as fever and body aches, but influenza usually doesnt cause shortness of breath.
Simply treat your symptoms with rest and overthecounter medications, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen. They both cause classic flu symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose. Antiviral drugs can lessen your symptoms and shorten sick time by 1 or 2 days, according to the cdc. An estimated 80,000 americans died of flu and its complications last winter. Both are caused by viruses that invade the upper airways. Your best defense agains the flu is to get the flu.
Prediction, prevention, and treatment of the influenza virus this year. This years flu vaccine has been 45% effective against the flu so far this season, new cdc figures show it worked better. But for the 201920 flu season, the b strain made a surprise early appearance. Influenza activity can sometimes be predicted and even tracked geographically. Seasonal flu symptoms include fever, sore throat, nasal discharge, dry cough, headache, body aches and stomach conditions. The flu vaccine reduces the risk of catching flu, as well as spreading it to others. Those flu symptoms often come on suddenly after an incubation period of two to five days. Normally, it starts around october and lasts through march or april, with the a strain of influenza dominating during the early. See upcoming seasons vaccine virus selection for this seasons vaccine composition. Flu season arrives early, driven by an unexpected virus.
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