Flu in Washtenaw County
Flu Activity
June 22nd , 2022:
- Influenza continues to actively circulate in Washtenaw County but does appear to be decreasing over the past couple of weeks.
- Both influenza A and influenza B are being diagnosed in Washtenaw County.
- If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, contact your health care provider to discuss to antivirals. These medications are most effective if taken soon after symptom onset.
- Data will be updated weekly, on Wednesday. **Due to ongoing COVID-19 work in Washtenaw County, updates to the weekly flu curve may be delayed.
Flu Information
- Flu can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death.
- The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year.
- Stay home if you are sick, cover your nose and mouth when you sneeze or cough, and wash your hands often.
- Flu (Influenza) Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Youth Flu Info Sheet: English, Spanish, Arabic, Korean, Chinese
- Flu Myth Busting: English, Spanish, Arabic, Korean, Chinese
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations & Deaths in Washtenaw County Residents: 2021-2022 Season*
Total Hospitalizations |
Hospitalizations week ending June 18th |
Total adult deaths |
Total child deaths |
|---|---|---|---|
53 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
Influenza Activity for Current Season
Hovering over points in the graphs below will show the count or rate. These data are preliminary and will be updated as more information is received.
*Respiratory illness: "Student with fever or pneumonia and any of these symptoms: sore throat, cough, muscle aches." Numbers are based on parent reports of their child’s illness.
Influenza Activity in Previous Years
Additional Information
For reports of influenza activity in Washtenaw County before 2015, please visit the page containing flu activity reports from previous years.