From October through May, NCDHHS’ Division of Public Health provides weekly updates on the spread of respiratory diseases, including influenza, in North Carolina. Get Vaccinated The first and most important step to protect yourself and your family from the …

CONTACT INFORMATION. NC Department of Health and Human Services 2001 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2001 NCDHHS Customer Service Center: 1-800-662-7030 Visit RelayNC for information about TTY services.

Why is flu surveillance important? Understanding the current activity and spread of influenza and COVID-19 helps providers make informed decisions on testing and treatment of their patients and allows hospitals and clinics to plan for the volume of patients they are likely to see.

Nov 12, 2024 · The following guidance is for individuals and clinicians. If you or someone you know might have avian flu, contact your local health department (LHD) or the Communicable Disease Branch Epi on Call at 919-733-3419. Epi on Call is available 24/7.

Influenza (flu) is a serious contagious disease that can lead to hospitalization and even death. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) urges you to take the following actions to protect yourself and others from the flu.

Jan 17, 2025 · NCDA&CS provides regular updates on HPAI virus detections in North Carolina. To respond to the current outbreak, we created an avian flu toolkit for farmers and workers.

human novel or variant influenza virus cases are reportable in North Carolina. NC DPH requests your assistance with enhanced influenza surveillance and testing of individuals presenting with compatible illness and relevant exposure including contact with livestock,

The geographic spread of flu was NO ACTIVITY this week. Of the 33 specimens submitted to the State Laboratory of Public Health (SLPH) for viral testing this week, none were positive for influenza virus.

Oct 26, 2022 · This section is intended to provide updated information to all North Carolina health care providers and laboratories regarding Influenza. Increase in Respiratory Illness (PDF, 274KB) - 10/26/22. 2024-25 Respiratory Season: Infection Control for NC Clinicians (PDF, 318KB) - …

Anyone can get a flu shot at a local health department in North Carolina. Costs vary and may be covered by private insurance, Medicaid or Medicare. Check the Flu Vaccine Finder at vaccinefinder.org, or call your local health department to learn more.