The Ottawa County Weekly Influenza Report is a summary of local influenza (flu) trends that can be used to inform clinical practice, healthcare planning, and policy implementation. Data included in the report are from diverse sources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools and child cares, and long-term care facilities in Ottawa County. Because this report is based on aggregate reporting from community institutions, counts and metrics may change as data are obtained and updated. Therefore, numbers in this report may not be final, but a good reflection of flu activity in Ottawa County. An updated report is published each week at www.miOttawa.org/HealthData.
For more information about flu, visit www.cdc.gov/flu. Questions on this report should be directed to Derel Glashower or Derick Chia. Media inquiries contact Kristina Wieghmink.
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- During week 51, about 4 out of 10 flu tests conducted by providers and labs reporting to the Ottawa County Department of Public Health tested positive.
- Flu is increasing in the community and has been elevating for the last two weeks.
- The number of flu-like illnesses reported by schools, licensed childcare centers and health care providers, along with the number of emergency department visits is higher than this same time last year.
- Flu circulation tends to increase during the year-end holidays, but we have not reached the peak of the flu season yet (typically mid-January to March).
- It’s not too late to get your flu shot.
- The best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home from work and school when you are sick.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.
- Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth to prevent the spread of germs.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
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