This dashboard includes data on influenza emergency department visits, hospital admissions, and the patients who experienced them. This dashboard includes data on people who received vaccinations against COVID-19.

Learn about influenza and how to prevent and control the spread of disease. Influenza (flu) is a disease of the body’s respiratory system, which includes the nose, throat, and lungs. Flu is caused by a virus and it can be very serious. Every year in the U.S. seasonal flu causes thousands of hospital admissions and deaths.

15 hours ago · Bird flu is now believed to be widespread in Massachusetts and is likely present even in places where there has not been a confirmed positive, state environmental and health officials said Wednesday.

The following dashboards provide data on contagious respiratory viruses, including acute respiratory diseases, COVID-19, influenza (flu), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in Massachusetts. The data presented here can help track trends in respiratory disease and vaccination activity across Massachusetts.

Jan 21, 2025 · Flu activity remains high in most regions of the U.S. as a winter wave of respiratory illness sweeps across the country. The post-holiday surge in flu cases and hospitalizations is straining many ...

Dec 13, 2024 · Learn about the flu (seasonal influenza) and how to protect yourself and your family this flu season. The Flu (seasonal influenza) is a contagious illness caused by the influenza virus. Flu symptoms can range from mild to severe and include fever, cough, muscle aches, headache, runny nose, sore throat, and general weakness.

Jan 15, 2025 · SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Flu numbers are spiking across the state as respiratory illnesses are spreading rapidly. According to the CDC, they estimate that there have been at least 9 million...

Jan 24, 2025 · Stay up to date on recommendations and data on viral respiratory illnesses including flu, COVID-19, RSV, and more. Find resources, guidance, and answers to common questions below. Everyone ages six months and older is encouraged to get the updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines.

Mar 21, 2024 · These dashboards provide a concise overview of influenza and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) trends in Boston, including flu and RSV cases, influenza-like illness (ILI) visits, and flu and RSV cases categorized by demographics.

1 day ago · Massachusetts officials report that H5N1 is widespread among wild birds. There have been no confirmed human cases of bird flu so far in Massachusetts. Pets should be kept on a leash when outside.