Influenza/Flu

The influenza virus, or "flu", infects the respiratory tract (nose, throat, lungs) and spreads when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks and the virus is sent into the air. Influenza causes severe illness and life-threatening complications resulting in an estimated 36,000 deaths and 200,000 hospitalizations each year in the US. 

Protect yourself with a flu shot every year. Getting vaccinated can reduce flu illnesses, doctor visits, missed work and school, prevent hospitalization, and death. 

In addition to the recommended yearly flu shot, you can help stop the spread of germs: Cover coughs and sneezes, wash hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, clean and disinfect commonly touched surfaces, avoid close contact with persons who are sick, and stay home when you are sick.

For more information on the seasonal flu, follow the links listed:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • CDC Influenza Page
  • CDC Flu Activity Reports - U.S.
• World Health Organization (WHO)
  • WHO Influenza Page
• New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH)
  • NJDOH Influenza Page

Communicable Disease Control: Information and services from the Atlantic County Division of Public Health.  The Division provides local data for the national influenza surveillance program conducted by the NJ Department of Health.  These efforts help to track seasonal flu outbreaks and keep county residents healthy all year long.

Adult Flu Vaccination Clinics

Print Resources

• Flu Vaccine: What You Need to Know (English)
• Flu Vaccine: What You Need to Know (Spanish)

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