Flu and You
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Preventive Steps
Take steps every day to stop the spread of germs. Getting the flu vaccine is the most important step.
Treatment
Learn what to do if you are sick and what steps you should take to protect others. Also, find tips to care for others who are sick.
Find out what's new with flu for 2016-17
For the 2016-2017 season, only injectable flu shot are recommended for use. Flu vaccines have been updated to better match circulating viruses and there will be some new vaccines on the market this season.
#FightFlu Social Media Campaign
Help us Fight Flu by sharing your support for flu vaccination on social media using #FightFlu. Click here to checkout #FightFlu happening across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. We hope you join the conversation!
Flu Season FAQ
- What is seasonal influenza (flu)?
- How does CDC monitor the progress of the flu season?
- What sort of flu season are we having?
- Can I get vaccinated and still get the flu?
- What are the flu vaccination recommendations for the 2016-2017 season?
- Is this season's vaccine a good match for circulating viruses?
- How much influenza vaccine is projected to be available for the 2016-2017 influenza season?
Flu Activity & Surveillance
Check where flu is active near you.
Digital Media Toolkit
CDC’s 2016-17 Flu Season Toolkit.
Includes events/activities, sample social media and newsletter content, website badges, and online resources.
- Page last reviewed: September 27, 2016
- Page last updated: December 9, 2016
- Content source:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD)
- Page maintained by: Office of the Associate Director for Communication, Digital Media Branch, Division of Public Affairs
