International Influenza
In recent weeks, some countries in tropical regions have reported increased activity. Influenza activity is low with sporadic detections in the temperate northern hemisphere. Influenza activity is low in the temperate southern hemisphere. For the latest updates on the international influenza situation, visit CDC’s Global Flu Activity Update. For a summary of influenza activity in the United States, see FluView.
African Countries Gain Ground in Fight Against Influenza
The December 15 'Influenza in Africa' supplement gives new data on the burden and epidemiology of seasonal flu in Africa and sheds light on the impact of the 2009 H1N1 pandemic, which tested many countries’ relatively new preparedness plans, laboratory networks and surveillance systems.
Visits Highlight the Importance of CDC’s Influenza Activities in India
In August 2011, CDC Director Dr. Thomas Frieden visited India and saw firsthand CDC’s important work. Dr. Frieden returned with the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius in January 2012 to learn more about CDC’s collaborations around influenza surveillance and research in India.
International Influenza Activity
- Weekly Flu Activity Reports Activity Summary
- Evaluation and Capacity Review Tools Surveillance Tools
- International Program Highlights Articles from CDC's Influenza Division and the Global Disease Detection Group
- CDC International Flu Program Mission Statement, 2011 Annual Report and previous years
- Travel Information Information and Resources for Travelers
- Links and Resources Links to Partner Sites, Surveillance Info, Foreign Language Materials, Training
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