This weekly update provides a look at flu activity in Delaware County. While seasonal flu viruses can be detected year-round in the United States, flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter. The exact timing and duration of flu seasons can vary, but flu activity typically peaks between December and February, although activity can last as late as May.
Flu Update
Although the flu season is winding down, Influenza B remains prevalent. It is typical during flu season to see cases of Influenza A first, followed by rising case numbers of Influenza B. Influenza B is more severe in younger children. The CDC reports 133 pediatric deaths nationally this season. It is still recommended that all individuals 6 months and older receive a flu vaccine. It is not too late to get vaccinated!
County Surveillance
2017-18 Flu-Associated Hospitalizations (Oct. 1, 2017 - March 29, 2018) : 147
Previous 5-year average Flu-Associated Hospitalizations (Oct. 1 - March 29) : 45.8
DGHD Jurisdiction Flu-Associated Hospitalizations since Oct. 1, 2017:
Number of cases: 147
Age Range: 3 - 99 years
Age Mean: 68.5 years
Age Median: 71 years
Type of Influenza: 76.9% Influenza A, 22.4% Influenza B, 0.7% Unknown
Deaths: 3
Number of Hospital and Urgent Care Visits (Delaware County Residents) for Flu-Related Illnesses
Delaware General Health District
Personal Health Division
Disease Prevention Team
740-203-2040
Our mailing address is:
P.O. Box 570
Delaware, OH 43015
