Update: Influenza Activity - United States, September 30, 2018-February 2, 2019

Published on February 14, 2019

CDC collects, compiles, and analyzes data on influenza activity and viruses in the United States. During September 30, 2018-February 2, 2019, influenza activity in the United States was low during October and November, increased in late December, and remained elevated through early February.

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