Flu killed 80,000 people this past season and put 900,000 into the hospital, making it the worst influenza season in decades, the centers for. People tend to get it around the same time every year. Discover more information about seasonal flu from bupa including symptoms, symptom management and when to see a doctor. Ineffective flu vaccine added to 50,000 extra deaths last. Ineffective flu jab blamed as extra winter deaths hit 40. What will the rest of the 20192020 flu season be like. Dec 19, 2019 the latest public health england phe report published at 2pm on 23 january 2020, shows that seasonal flu continues to circulate across the uk, although activity is decreasing. A nd rates of norovirus also known as winter vomiting bug are 24 per cent. Almost three times as many people are dying of flu in the uk this winter as last year, figures reveal. Flu vaccines poster for the 2019 to 2020 flu season. An early start to the flu season has left 2,092 people in england needing treatment so far in 2019. Oct 16, 2019 in the uk, flu season starts with a trickle of cases in the autumn and winter months before entering full swing around january and february and declining in march.
Information you need to know about the current 20192020 flu season. How does the wuhan coronavirus compare to seasonal flu. Uk faces lifethreatening flu epidemic this winter as. The latest figures from the royal college of gps show 69 cases of. Since fluassociated deaths in children became a nationally notifiable condition in 2004, the total number of fluassociated deaths among children during one season has ranged from 37 during the 20112012 season to 186 during the 201718 season, as of april 19, 2019. Three times as many people are dying of flu this winter in the uk compared with last year. The number of flu cases and deaths due to flurelated complications varies each flu season. How flu levels are affecting gp workload across the uk. Jan 12, 2018 typically, flu season can start as early as october. Nov 30, 2018 the failings contributed to the worst flu season for seven years, with 15,000 deaths from the virus, around twice the average figure, and the worst nhs performance on record. Jan 03, 2019 the weekly national flu reports track seasonal flu and other seasonal respiratory illnesses in the uk. Jun 27, 2018 the 20172018 influenza season in the united states was one of the most severe in recent memory. In last years flu season, 80,000 people died, including 180 children, and 900,000 people were hospitalized, making it the worst flu season in 40 years underscoring the importance of seasonal flu coverage for every public health reporter centers for disease control and prevention director robert redfield unveiled the figures first during an interview with the.
At least 14,000 people have died and 250,000 have already been hospitalized during the 20192020 flu season, according to estimates from the u. The 20172018 united states flu season lasted from late 2017 through early 2018. Unusual type of flu virus is dominating early start to. Cumbria, essex and kent have reported the most influenza cases, as we. How does the 20182019 flu season compare to last years. Jan 16, 2020 the start of the 20192020 flu season was unusual, with influenza b circulating early. The uk is in the grip of its worst flu season for seven years, figures show. Hospitalisations for flu 10fold higher than last year, official figures. All parts of the uk have seen rises in suspected flu cases since the turn of the year with wales seeing the sharpest close to a fourfold increase in. Flu outbreak is worst for eight years society the guardian. Oct 10, 2016 symptoms of flu tend to start becoming more likely as early as october and can continue into may.
Uk faces lifethreatening flu epidemic this winter as two. Jan 30, 2019 the cdc estimates that so far in this years flu season from oct. Hospitalisations for flu 10fold higher than last year. W hile you can get the flu at any time during the year, the fall officially marks the beginning of the flu season, since cases of the flu start to rise in october. The cdc estimates that so far in this years flu season from oct. Summer in the uk could soon be coming to an end as the scorching heatwave gives way to damp grounds and grey skies and with it comes flu. Enlarge a child received a vaccination against influenza a h1n1. Oct 31, 2019 a lifethreatening flu epidemic could hit the uk this winter credit.
This is the highest number of patient claims since the 2009 flu season. The 20192020 flu season is up and runningand so far, its off to a. Although you can get the flu anytime, flu season starts in october and can go as late as march and even april. Its more effective to get the vaccine before the start of the flu season december to march. This map reveals the uk flu hotspots as health bosses warned the virus has hit early putting thousands of kids at risk. It can last until may depending on the strain and how fast it spreads. This is why people often get their flu vaccine between october and november. In last years flu season, 80,000 people died, including 180 children, and 900,000 people were hospitalized, making it the worst flu season in 40 years underscoring the importance of seasonal flu coverage for every public health reporter. The coronavirus is continuing to spread across china and the world with 35 cases confirmed in the uk but should britons be more concerned by the spread of seasonal flu. The season occurs during the cold half of the year in each hemisphere. In september, seven influenza vaccine manufacturers projected about 151 million to 156 million doses of influenza vaccines would be available for the u.
Flu season is an annually recurring time period characterized by the prevalence of outbreaks of influenza flu. Jan 18, 2018 all parts of the uk have seen rises in suspected flu cases since the turn of the year with wales seeing the sharpest close to a fourfold increase in gp visits to 64. Unusual type of flu virus is dominating early start to this. Public health england says the flu outbreak is the worst since 201011. Dec 12, 2019 its the highest number this season and takes the total death toll for the uk to 15 over a nineweek period. Getting the jab jab will help protect you at the time of the year when you are most. This years flu season is now more intense than any since. The who estimates that between 290,000 and 650,000 respiratory deaths globally each year are associated with seasonal influenza. Health secretary matt hancock said it was wrong for nhs staff to not be vaccinated. Last years flu season death toll and 201819 flu coverage. The last time the world suffered pandemic flu was the 2009 swine flu, which spread swiftly across the world, infecting at least 171 countries and killing 457 people in the uk. Three times more people dying from flu in uk than last winter. Flu is a common infectious viral illness spread by coughs and sneezes.
Ineffective flu jab blamed as extra winter deaths hit 40year. Jan 25, 2018 public health england says the flu outbreak is the worst since 201011. In general, flu season can start anytime in late fall, peak in midtolate winter usually january or february, and continue through early spring. Uk flu hotspots revealed as health bosses warn virus has. High rates of flu occurred all over the country simultaneously, in contrast to most seasons of the past decade, when certain states would peak with flu activity while others remained relatively quiet see chart. Three times more people dying from flu in uk than last. Total numbers hospitalised with flu have now reached 3,152 this season, compared with 331 last year, the figures show. Flu season is the time of year when you are most likely to get sick from the flu. This years flu vaccine has been 45% effective against the flu so far this season, new cdc figures show it worked better. This flu season, over 25 million people in england will be offered a jab on the nhs, with all primary schoolaged children offered a nasal spray equivalent for the first time.
Feb 21, 2020 at least 14,000 people have died and 250,000 have already been hospitalized during the 20192020 flu season, according to estimates from the u. W hile you can get the flu at any time during the year, the fall officially marks the beginning of the flu. Keep track of how levels of the illness are affecting gp workload across the uk through the. The flu vaccine reduces the risk of catching flu, as well as spreading it to others. Its more effective to get the vaccine before the start of the flu season december to. The 20172018 influenza season in the united states was one of the most severe in recent memory. This years flu season is shaping up to be possibly less severe than the 20172018 season, when 61,000 deaths were linked to the virus. In the uk, people usually get seasonal flu between december and march, although outbreaks can happen as early as october and as late as may. This ve estimate means that getting a flu vaccine this season reduced the vaccinated populations risk of having to go to the doctor because of the flu by more than half, and was similar to the preliminary ve estimate reported earlier in the 201220 season 56%, 95% ci, 47% to 63%. Uk in grip of worst flu season since 2011 bbc news. So, when the flu season does begin in england, our virus reference laboratory carries out analysis of the flu samples we receive, such as. The flu vaccines failure to protect against some of the key strains of the infection contributed to more than 50,000 extra deaths in england and. Seasonal influenza activity in the united states has been elevated for weeks. However, it could equal or surpass the 20182019 season s.
Seasonal flu influenza is an infection caused by a virus that can affect your nose, throat and lungs. Prepare for cold and flu season by doing the following. However, the yearly deaths vary widely from a high of 28,330 in 201415 to a low of. Flu season typically starts in october and can stretch to march but experts say these early fatalities. The start of the 20192020 flu season was unusual, with influenza b circulating early. Flu and other seasonal respiratory illness are tracked year round. Since flu associated deaths in children became a nationally notifiable condition in 2004, the total number of flu associated deaths among children during one season has ranged from 37 during the 20112012 season to 186 during the 201718 season, as of april 19, 2019. Flu season is a natural annual occurrence characterised by frequent outbreaks of several different strains of the influenza virus. This flu season is the worst in nearly a decade the new. While influenza viruses circulate yearround, most of the time flu activity peaks between december and february, but activity can last as late as may. In all states except hawaii and oregon, the distribution of influenza was indicated as widespread, including 32 states that had high flu activity.
Public health england estimates that on average 17,000 people have died from the flu in england annually between 201415 and 201819. People who are at high risk of serious flu illness should take flu antiviral drugs quickly if they get sick. T he 20182019 flu season may not have been as severe as the one that came before it, but it set a record of its own, the centers for disease control and prevention cdc say. National influenza reports, tracking seasonal flu and other seasonal respiratory illnesses in the uk. Jun 20, 2019 t he 20182019 flu season may not have been as severe as the one that came before it, but it set a record of its own, the centers for disease control and prevention cdc say. Even if the weathers mild, flu is in season throughout winter. Flu cases are now eight times higher than they were at the. A lifethreatening flu epidemic could hit the uk this winter credit. Everyone 6 months and older get a flu vaccine each season. More information about flu activity during the 20142015 season can be found in 20142015 flu season drawing to a close, fluview, and the mmwr report update. The weekly national flu reports track seasonal flu and other seasonal respiratory illnesses in the uk.
Three child migrants died in us custody in 201819 flu season, with crowded detention centers creating vulnerable population published. Symptoms of flu tend to start becoming more likely as early as october and can continue into may. This sustained and widespread high level of flu activity. In the united states, flu season occurs in the fall and winter.
During the spring months of marchmay, influenza b virus became dominant. Find out if youre eligible for the free nhs flu vaccine. Flu season thats sickened 26 million may be at its peak. Typically, flu season can start as early as october. The current flu season is on track to be one of the worst in years, director of the national institute of allergies and infectious diseases dr. The last big flu outbreak occurred in 19992000, when 22,000 people died, which is 10 times the average for a winter flu season. The peak of cold and flu season is typically in january or february. Dec 19, 2019 an early start to the flu season has left 2,092 people in england needing treatment so far in 2019. It will usually end by april, but in some years it can linger into may. While the beginning of major flu activity in each season varies by location, in any. Dec 10, 2019 during this 36year period, flu activity most often peaked in february 15 seasons, followed by december 7 seasons, january 6 seasons and march 6 seasons.
An emergency room nurse treating a flu patient in vista, calif. Apr 17, 2020 seasonal influenza activity in the united states has been elevated for weeks. Uk flu hotspots revealed as health bosses warn cases soar. These reports summarise uk surveillance of influenza and other seasonal respiratory illnesses for the 2019 to 2020 season. Why are some flu outbreaks so much worse than others. Nov 30, 2018 the flu vaccines failure to protect against some of the key strains of the infection contributed to more than 50,000 extra deaths in england and wales last winter, according to data from. Oct 23, 2018 flu vaccines poster for the 2019 to 2020 flu season. Regular updates on seasonal flu levels during the winter season 2019 to 2020. Added weekly flu reports week 10 up to week 9 data. An estimated 32 million americans have come down with influenza since this years flu season began in late september, resulting in about 18,000 deaths, according to the centers for disease. Health records show dramatic infection increase in uk care homes flu season is now just around the corner for the uk, as severe weather brings in a swathe of different influenza. Nov 19, 2018 it is estimated that the flu results in 31. Anthony fauci told cnn cnn reports that fauci says the 20192020 flu season is on track to be as severe as the 20172018 season, which was the deadliest in at least a decade new data from the cdc released on friday. The season comes during dry, cold weather, which hampers the.
Jan 03, 2020 total numbers hospitalised with flu have now reached 3,152 this season, compared with 331 last year, the figures show. There were also more than 8,000 gp appointments for people with flu like symptoms in. Influenza activity can sometimes be predicted and even tracked geographically. The 20172018 flu season was severe for all us populations and resulted in an estimated 959,000 hospitalizations and 61,099 deaths.