Is the flu in Connecticut?
Until the last several weeks, flu season has been relatively mild across most of the U.S. and Connecticut, however, according to the Department of Public Health, flu activity is on the rise across the state.
How is the flu tracked?
Laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations are monitored through the Influenza Hospitalization Surveillance Network (FluSurv-NET).
How long is person with flu contagious?
Period of Contagiousness People with flu are most contagious in the first 3-4 days after their illness begins. Some otherwise healthy adults may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5 to 7 days after becoming sick.
Can you be around someone with the flu?
The flu is a very contagious virus. An infected person often becomes contagious, or capable of spreading the virus to other people, even before they begin to show symptoms. Also, it’s possible to spread flu germs to others for up to seven days after becoming ill.
How long am I contagious with the flu?
Can you test positive for flu and COVID at the same time?
Yes, it’s possible to test positive for the flu and COVID-19 at the same time, but experts say the chances of having a coinfection are very, very low.
Do I need to stay home if I have the flu?
Individuals with suspected or confirmed flu, who do not have a fever, should stay home from work at least 4-5 days after the onset of symptoms. Persons with the flu are most contagious during the first 3 days of their illness.
How is the Connecticut Department of public health tracking the flu?
In Connecticut, the DPH uses multiple surveillance systems to monitor circulating influenza viruses. Seasonal flu viruses can be detected throughout the year; however, seasonal flu activity generally begins as early as October and November and can continue through late May.
Who prepared the weekly influenza surveillance report?
Weekly US Map: Influenza Summary Update – CDC A Weekly Influenza Surveillance Report Prepared by the Influenza Division Skip directly to site contentSkip directly to page optionsSkip directly to A-Z link Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Can rapid diagnostic tests be used to diagnose influenza?
Guidance: Use of Rapid Diagnostic Test Information on Rapid Molecular Assays, RT-PCR, and other Molecular Assays for Diagnosis of Influenza Virus Infection Nucleic Acid Detection Based Tests