The number of influenza cases being reported in the region this season is higher than the average for this same time in recent years, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
While influenza activity in the region is extremely low compared to other seasons, County health officials are urging San Diegans to get vaccinated to prevent getting sick.
A total of 18 influenza cases have been reported in the county this season compared to 400 at the same time last year. County health officials believe this is the result of the preventive measures San Diegans are taking to fight the spread of COVID-19.
County health officials are urging San Diegans to get vaccinated against the flu, which is especially important this year considering the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic.
The County of San Diego is ramping up its flu vaccination efforts to lower the risk of San Diegans getting influenza and the novel coronavirus at the same time and prevent the local healthcare system from being overwhelmed.
The novel coronavirus and influenza may be different viruses, but they can be fought in many of the same ways.
Six additional influenza deaths were reported last week, bringing this season’s total to 86, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
