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  • Connecticut Influenza Reports Winter 2015-16

    Link to 2014-15 thread: https://flutrackers.com/forum/forum/...all-in-seniors
    Link to Department of Public Health: http://www.ct.gov/dph/site/default.asp

    Influenza Season, Update for Week 47* (Week ending Saturday, 11/28/2015) Key Points
     Overall activity is increasing and is currently classified geographically as sporadic**.
     The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A, although the percentage of Type B influenza viruses in circulation had recently increased.
     One influenza-associated death has been reported.
     It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340
    ...
     Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have recently increased above
    the level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenza associated
    ED visits (Figure 1).
     The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) had been gradually increasing for several
    weeks, but has recently decreased below a level of 1% statewide; generally considered the baseline when
    there are increased influenza-associated visits in the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
     The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia has been gradually increasing but
    remains below a level of 4% statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased
    pneumonia hospitalizations due to influenza (Figure 3).
     A total of 37 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
    reports, 28 were Type A (subtype unspecified), 1 was Type A (H3N2), 1 was Type A (2009 H1N1), and 7
    were influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has
    been reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
     A total of 77 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported in
    seven of eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (25 reports), Hartford (20), New Haven (16), New London
    (7), Middlesex (4), Litchfield (3), and Windham (2). Of the 77 positive influenza reports: 53 were Type A
    (subtype unspecified), 4 were Type A (H3N2), 3 were Type A (2009 H1N1), and 17 were influenza B virus
    (Figures 6 & 7).
    ...
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    The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

  • #2
    Influenza Season, Update for Week 48*
    (Week ending Saturday, 12/05/2015)


    Key Points
     Overall activity is increasing and is currently classified geographically as local**.
     The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A, with the percentage of Type B
    influenza viruses in circulation beginning to decrease.
     One influenza-associated death has been reported.
     It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
    hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340

    ..
     Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have recently increased above
    the level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenzaassociated
    ED visits (Figure 1).
     The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) had been gradually increasing for several
    weeks, but had recently decreased below a level of 1% statewide; generally considered the baseline when
    there are increased influenza-associated visits in the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
     The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia has been generally increasing but
    remains below a level of 4% statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased
    pneumonia hospitalizations due to influenza (Figure 3).
     A total of 43 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
    reports, 34 were Type A (subtype unspecified), 1 was Type A (H3N2), 1 was Type A (2009 H1N1), and 7
    were influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has
    been reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
     A total of 93 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported in
    all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (31 reports), Hartford (25), New Haven (18), New London (7),
    Middlesex (4), Litchfield (3), Windham (3) and Tolland (2). Of the 93 positive influenza reports: 67 were
    Type A (subtype unspecified), 4 were Type A (H3N2), 3 were Type A (2009 H1N1), and 19 were influenza
    B virus (Figures 6 & 7).
    ...
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    The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

    Comment


    • #3
      Influenza Season, Update for Week 49*
      (Week ending Saturday, 12/12/2015)


      Key Points
       Overall activity is low in Connecticut, and most of the country; it is currently classified geographically in
      Connecticut as local**.
       The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
       An equal number Type A isolates subtyped have been H3N2 and 2009 HIN1
       It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
      hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340

      ...
       Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have recently increased above
      the level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenzaassociated
      ED visits (Figure 1).
       The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) had been gradually increasing, but has
      remained just below a level of 1% statewide for several weeks; generally considered the baseline when there
      are increased influenza-associated visits in the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
       The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia has been generally increasing but
      remains below a level of 4% statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased
      pneumonia hospitalizations due to influenza (Figure 3).
       A total of 45 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
      reports, 36 were Type A (subtype unspecified), 1 was Type A (H3N2), 1 was Type A (2009 H1N1), and 7
      were influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has
      been reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
       A total of 104 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
      in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (37 reports), Hartford (26), New Haven (19), New London (8),
      Litchfield (4), Middlesex (4), Tolland (3) and Windham (3). Of the 104 positive influenza reports: 73 were
      Type A (subtype unspecified), 4 were Type A (H3N2), 4 were Type A (2009 H1N1), and 23 were influenza
      B virus (Figures 6 & 7).
      ...
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      The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

      Comment


      • #4
        Influenza Season, Update for Week 50*
        (Week ending Saturday, 12/19/2015)


        Key Points
         Overall activity remains low in Connecticut, and most of the country; it is currently classified
        geographically in Connecticut as local**.
         The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
         An equal number Type A isolates subtyped have been H3N2 and 2009 HIN1
         It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
        hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340

        ...
        Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have recently increased above
        the level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenzaassociated
        ED visits (Figure 1).
         The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) had been gradually increasing, but has
        remained just below a level of 1% statewide for several weeks; generally considered the baseline when there
        are increased influenza-associated visits in the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
         The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia had been gradually increasing, but
        has remained below a level of 4% statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased
        pneumonia hospitalizations due to influenza (Figure 3).
         A total of 49 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
        reports, 39 were Type A (subtype unspecified), 1 was Type A (H3N2), 1 was Type A (2009 H1N1), and 8
        were influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has
        been reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
         A total of 120 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
        in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (42 reports), Hartford (33), New Haven (20), New London (10),
        Litchfield (4), Middlesex (4), Tolland (4) and Windham (3). Of the 120 positive influenza reports: 83 were
        Type A (subtype unspecified), 4 were Type A (H3N2), 4 were Type A (2009 H1N1), and 29 were influenza
        B virus (Figures 6 & 7).
        ...
        Twitter: @RonanKelly13
        The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

        Comment


        • #5
          Influenza Season, Update for Week 51*
          (Week ending Saturday, 12/26/2015)


          Key Points
           Overall activity remains low, but is beginning to increase in Connecticut and most of the country; it is
          currently classified geographically in Connecticut as local**.
           The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
           An increasing number of Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
           It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
          hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340
          ...
           Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have continued to increase
          above the level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated
          influenza-associated ED visits (Figure 1).
           The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) have exceeded the level of 1% statewide
          for several weeks; generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in
          the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
           The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia have recently exceeded a level of 4%
          statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia hospitalizations due to
          influenza (Figure 3).
           A total of 59 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
          reports, 48 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 2 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 8 are
          influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has been
          reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
           A total of 136 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
          in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (44 reports), Hartford (35), New Haven (31), New London (10),
          Litchfield (5), Middlesex (4), Tolland (4) and Windham (3). Of the 136 positive influenza reports: 95 are
          Type A (subtype unspecified), 6 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 4 are Type A (H3N2), and 31 are influenza B
          virus (Figures 6 & 7).
          ...
          Twitter: @RonanKelly13
          The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

          Comment


          • #6
            Influenza Season, Update for Week 52*
            (Week ending Saturday, 01/02/2016)


            Key Points
             Overall activity remains low, but is increasing in Connecticut and most of the country; it is currently
            classified geographically in Connecticut as regional**.
             The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
             An increasing number of Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
             It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
            hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340
            ...
             Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have continued to increase
            above the level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated
            influenza-associated ED visits (Figure 1).
             The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) have exceeded the level of 1% statewide
            for several weeks; generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in
            the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
             The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia have recently exceeded a level of 4%
            statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia hospitalizations due to
            influenza (Figure 3).
             A total of 64 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
            reports, 53 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 2 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 8 are
            influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has been
            reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
             A total of 153 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
            in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (48 reports), Hartford (39), New Haven (39), New London (11),
            Litchfield (5), Middlesex (4), Tolland (4) and Windham (3). Of the 153 positive influenza reports: 106 are
            Type A (subtype unspecified), 10 are Type A (2009 H1N1), are Type A (H3N2), and 32 are influenza B
            virus (Figures 6 & 7).
            ...
            Twitter: @RonanKelly13
            The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

            Comment


            • #7
              Influenza Season, Update for Week 1*
              (Week ending Saturday, 01/09/2016)


              Key Points
               Overall activity remains low, but is increasing in Connecticut and most of the country; it is currently
              classified geographically in Connecticut as regional**.
               The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
               An increasing number of Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
               It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
              hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340
              ...
               Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have continued to increase
              above the level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated
              influenza-associated ED visits (Figure 1).
               The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) have continued to exceed the level of 1%
              statewide; generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in the
              outpatient setting (Figure 2).
               The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia have recently exceeded a level of 4%
              statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia hospitalizations due to
              influenza (Figure 3).
               A total of 76 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
              reports, 62 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 4 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 9 are
              influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has been
              reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
               A total of 179 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
              in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (54 reports), Hartford (51), New Haven (44), New London (12),
              Litchfield (6), Middlesex (4), Tolland (4) and Windham (4). Of the 179 positive influenza reports: 125 are
              Type A (subtype unspecified), 13 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 5 are Type A (H3N2), and 36 are influenza B
              virus (Figures 6 & 7).
              ...

              Twitter: @RonanKelly13
              The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

              Comment


              • #8
                Influenza Season, Update for Week 2*
                (Week ending Saturday, 01/16/2016)


                Key Points
                 Overall activity remains low, but is increasing in Connecticut and most of the country; it is currently
                classified geographically in Connecticut as regional**.
                 The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
                 An increasing number of Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
                 It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
                hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340
                ...
                 Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have continued to increase
                above the level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated
                influenza-associated ED visits (Figure 1).
                 The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) have continued to exceed the level of 1%
                statewide; generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in the
                outpatient setting (Figure 2).
                 The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia have continued to exceed a level of
                4% statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia hospitalizations
                due to influenza (Figure 3).
                 A total of 90 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
                reports, 74 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 6 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 9 are
                influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has been
                reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
                 A total of 219 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
                in all eight Connecticut counties: Hartford (62 reports), Fairfield (61), New Haven (59), New London (13),
                Litchfield (8), Middlesex (6), Tolland (6) and Windham (4). Of the 219 positive influenza reports: 154 are
                Type A (subtype unspecified), 18 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 6 are Type A (H3N2), and 41 are influenza B
                virus (Figures 6 & 7).
                ...

                Twitter: @RonanKelly13
                The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

                Comment


                • #9
                  Influenza Season, Update for Week 3*
                  (Week ending Saturday, 01/23/2016)


                  Key Points
                   Although influenza activity remains low, it is increasing in Connecticut and most of the country; it is
                  currently classified geographically in Connecticut as regional**.
                   The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
                   An increasing number of Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
                   It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
                  hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340
                  ...
                   Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have continued to exceed the
                  level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenzaassociated
                  ED visits (Figure 1).
                   The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) have continued to exceed the level of 1%
                  statewide; generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in the
                  outpatient setting (Figure 2).
                   The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia have continued to exceed a level of
                  4% statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia hospitalizations
                  due to influenza (Figure 3).
                   A total of 110 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
                  reports, 91 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 7 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 11 are
                  influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has been
                  reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
                   A total of 280 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
                  in all eight Connecticut counties: New Haven (83), Fairfield (79), Hartford (76), New London (15),
                  Litchfield (9), Middlesex (7), Tolland (6) and Windham (5). Of the 280 positive influenza reports: 198 are
                  Type A (subtype unspecified), 27 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 6 are Type A (H3N2), and 49 are influenza B
                  virus (Figures 6 & 7).
                  ...
                  Twitter: @RonanKelly13
                  The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

                  Comment


                  • #10
                    Influenza Season, Update for Week 4*
                    (Week ending Saturday, 01/30/2016)


                    Key Points
                     Although flu activity is low, it is continuing to increase in Connecticut and most of the country; it is
                    currently classified geographically in Connecticut as regional**.
                     The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
                     An increasing number of Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
                     It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
                    hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340
                    ...
                     Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have continued to exceed the
                    level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenzaassociated
                    ED visits (Figure 1).
                     The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) have generally exceeded the level of 1%
                    statewide; considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in the outpatient
                    setting (Figure 2).
                     The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia have generally exceeded a level of
                    4% statewide; considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia hospitalizations due to
                    influenza (Figure 3).
                     A total of 145 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
                    reports, 122 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 8 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 14 are
                    influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has been
                    reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
                     A total of 368 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
                    in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (113), New Haven (109), Hartford (97), New London (16),
                    Litchfield (9), Tolland (9), Windham (8), and Middlesex (7). Of the 368 positive influenza reports: 262 are
                    Type A (subtype unspecified), 42 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 7 are Type A (H3N2), and 57 are influenza B
                    virus (Figures 6 & 7).
                    ...

                    Twitter: @RonanKelly13
                    The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

                    Comment


                    • #11
                      Influenza Season, Update for Week 5*
                      (Week ending Saturday, 02/06/2016)


                      Key Points
                       Although flu activity is low, it is rapidly increasing in Connecticut and in parts of the country; it is currently
                      classified geographically in Connecticut as widespread**.
                       The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
                       An increasing number of Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
                       It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
                      hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340
                      ...
                       Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have continued to exceed the
                      level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenza associated
                      ED visits (Figure 1).
                       The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) have generally exceeded the level of 1%
                      statewide; generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in the
                      outpatient setting (Figure 2).
                       The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia have generally exceeded a level of
                      4% statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia hospitalizations
                      due to influenza (Figure 3).
                       A total of 184 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
                      reports, 157 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 11 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 15 are
                      influenza B virus. One influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has been
                      reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
                       A total of 491 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
                      in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (154), New Haven (144), Hartford (120), New London (25),
                      Litchfield (15), Tolland (14), Middlesex (10), and Windham (9). Of the 491 positive influenza reports: 359
                      are Type A (subtype unspecified), 57 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 7 are Type A (H3N2), and 68 are influenza
                      B virus (Figures 6 & 7).
                      ...
                      Twitter: @RonanKelly13
                      The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

                      Comment


                      • #12
                        Influenza Season, Update for Week 6*
                        (Week ending Saturday, 02/13/2016)


                        Key Points
                         Although flu activity is low, it is rapidly increasing in Connecticut and in parts of the country; it is currently
                        classified geographically in Connecticut as widespread**.
                         The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
                         An increasing number of Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
                         It is time to obtain your flu vaccine and take other steps to prevent influenza-related illness and
                        hospitalization: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=500340

                        The Department of Public Health (DPH) uses multiple surveillance systems to monitor circulating flu viruses
                        throughout the year. All data are considered preliminary and updated with available information each week
                        starting in October and ending in May.

                         Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have continued to exceed the
                        level of 5% statewide; generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenzaassociated
                        ED visits (Figure 1).
                         The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) have continued to exceed the level of 1%
                        statewide; generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in the
                        outpatient setting (Figure 2).
                         The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia have continued to exceed a level of
                        4% statewide; generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia hospitalizations
                        due to influenza (Figure 3).
                         A total of 227 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
                        reports, 198 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 13 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 15 are
                        influenza B virus. Two influenza-associated death in an individual greater than 65 years of age has been
                        reported to date, this season (Figures 4 & 5).
                         A total of 603 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
                        in all eight Connecticut counties: New Haven (185), Fairfield (183), Hartford (144), New London (27),
                        Tolland (19), Litchfield (17), Windham (15), and Middlesex (13). Of the 603 positive influenza reports:
                        435 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 79 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 10 are Type A (H3N2), and 79 are
                        influenza B virus (Figures 6 & 7).
                        ...

                        Twitter: @RonanKelly13
                        The views expressed are mine alone and do not represent the views of my employer or any other person or organization.

                        Comment


                        • #13
                          Influenza Season, Update for Week 7*
                          (Week ending Saturday, 02/20/2016)


                          Key Points
                           Flu activity has increased in Connecticut and in parts of the country during the last few weeks; it is currently
                          classified geographically in Connecticut as widespread**.
                           The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
                           The predominate Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1
                           It is important to take steps to prevent influenza-related illness and hospitalization:


                          The Department of Public Health (DPH) uses multiple surveillance systems to monitor circulating flu viruses
                          throughout the year. All data are considered preliminary and updated with available information each week
                          starting in October and ending in May.

                           Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? reached 6.9% statewide; 5%
                          is generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenza-associated ED visits
                          (Figure 1).
                           The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) has exceeded 3% statewide in 5 of the
                          past 6 weeks; 1% is generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in
                          the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
                           The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia has exceeded 4% statewide during 7
                          of the past 9 weeks; 4% is generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia
                          hospitalizations due to influenza (Figure 3).
                           A total of 268 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
                          reports, 217 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 30 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 20 are
                          influenza B virus. Two influenza-associated deaths have been reported; both were patients greater than 65
                          years of age (Figures 4 & 5).
                           A total of 776 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
                          in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (244), New Haven (226), Hartford (183), Litchfield (31), New
                          London (31), Tolland (25), Middlesex (21), and Windham (15). Of the 776 positive influenza reports: 540
                          are Type A (subtype unspecified), 131 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 12 are Type A (H3N2), and 93 are
                          influenza B virus (Figures 6 & 7).
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                            Influenza Season, Update for Week 8*
                            (Week ending Saturday, 02/27/2016)


                            Key Points
                             Flu activity has increased in Connecticut and in parts of the country during the last few weeks; it is currently
                            classified geographically in Connecticut as widespread**.
                             The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
                             The predominate Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1.
                             It is important to take steps to prevent influenza-related illness and hospitalization:


                            The Department of Public Health (DPH) uses multiple surveillance systems to monitor circulating flu viruses
                            throughout the year. All data are considered preliminary and updated with available information each week
                            starting in October and ending in May.

                             Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have reached 7.8% statewide;
                            5% is generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenza-associated ED visits
                            (Figure 1).
                             The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) has exceeded 3% statewide in 5 of the
                            past 7 weeks; 1% is generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in
                            the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
                             The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia has exceeded 4% statewide during 8
                            of the past 10 weeks; 4% is generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia
                            hospitalizations due to influenza (Figure 3).
                             A total of 333 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
                            reports, 266 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 39 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 27 are
                            influenza B virus. Two influenza-associated deaths have been reported; both were patients greater than 65
                            years of age (Figures 4 & 5).
                             A total of 1,082 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
                            in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (318), New Haven (315), Hartford (259), Tolland (51), New
                            London (48), Litchfield (35), Middlesex (29), and Windham (27). Of the 1,082 positive influenza reports:
                            768 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 173 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 14 are Type A (H3N2), and 127 are
                            influenza B virus (Figures 6 & 7).
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                            • #15
                              Influenza Season, Update for Week 9*
                              (Week ending Saturday, 03/05/2016)


                              Key Points
                               Flu activity has increased in Connecticut and in parts of the country during the last few weeks; it is currently
                              classified geographically in Connecticut as widespread**.
                               The predominant influenza viruses identified this season are Type A.
                               The predominate Type A isolates subtyped have been 2009 HIN1.
                               It is important to take steps to prevent influenza-related illness and hospitalization:


                              ...
                               Statewide emergency department visits attributed to the ?fever/flu syndrome? have reached 8.7% statewide;
                              5% is generally considered the minimum threshold when there are elevated influenza-associated ED visits
                              (Figure 1).
                               The percentage of outpatient visits with influenza-like illness (ILI) has exceeded 3% statewide in 6 of the
                              past 7 weeks; 1% is generally considered the baseline when there are increased influenza-associated visits in
                              the outpatient setting (Figure 2).
                               The percentage of unscheduled hospital admissions due to pneumonia has exceeded 4% statewide during 8
                              of the past 10 weeks; 4% is generally considered the baseline when there may be increased pneumonia
                              hospitalizations due to influenza (Figure 3).
                               A total of 432 hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza have been reported. Of these
                              reports, 347 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 51 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 1 is Type A (H3N2), and 33 are
                              influenza B virus. Two influenza-associated deaths have been reported; both were patients greater than 65
                              years of age (Figures 4 & 5).
                               A total of 1,503 positive influenza reports have been reported for the current season. Influenza was reported
                              in all eight Connecticut counties: Fairfield (454), New Haven (432), Hartford (362), Tolland (72), New
                              London (64), Litchfield (47), Middlesex (38), and Windham (34). Of the 1,503 positive influenza reports:
                              1,035 are Type A (subtype unspecified), 274 are Type A (2009 H1N1), 19 are Type A (H3N2), and 175 are
                              influenza B virus (Figures 6 & 7).

                              ...

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