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Influenza Season

The circulating strains expected in the United States during the 2011-2012 influenza season include H1N1, H3N2, and influenza
Type B.

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Treatment and Prevention

Urge patients to take the time to get vaccinated

Despite CDC recommendations, the majority of the US population remains unprotected.

  • On average, only 43% of the US population, (persons ≥6 months of age) got vaccinated between August 2010 and February 2011.
  • Vaccination rates in past years have not been as high.

Low vaccination rates are due to public misperceptions about the influenza vaccine.

  • The most commonly cited reason for not being vaccinated against influenza is "not needing"
    the vaccine.

Motivate patients to take everyday preventive measures

  • Some viruses and germs can live for 2 hours or more on surfaces like doorknobs, desks,
    and tables.
  • Remind patients that good hygiene habits can stop the spread of germs.

The CDC recommends neuraminidase inhibitors

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), neuraminidase inhibitors are:

  • Recommended for the treatment and prophylaxis of influenza.
  • Effective against both influenza Types A and B.
  • May reduce the risk of influenza-related complications like pneumonia, respiratory failure, and exacerbation of chronic diseases.

CDC continues to recommend neuraminidase inhibitors:

  • Since the 2004–2005 flu season, neuraminidase inhibitors have been recommended each year.