Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-38 (No New Pediatric Deaths; Total 164)

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-4 (Eight Pediatric Deaths; Total 45)

During week 4 (January 20-26), influenza activity remained elevated in the United States, but decreased in some areas.

Viral Surveillance: Of 10,581 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 2,701 (25.5%) were positive for influenza.

Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was above the epidemic threshold.

Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Eight pediatric deaths were reported. Five were associated with influenza A (H3) viruses and occurred during weeks 3 and 4 (weeks ending January 19 and 26, 2013), one was associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined and occurred during week 4 (week ending January 26, 2013), and two were associated with influenza B viruses and occurred during week 1 (week ending January 5, 2013).

Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 25.9 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of all hospitalizations, more than 50% were among adults 65 years and older.

Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 4.2%; this is above the national baseline of 2.2%. All 10 regions reported ILI above region-specific baseline levels. Twenty-four states and New York City experienced high ILI activity; the District of Columbia and 13 states experienced moderate activity; 4 states experienced low activity; and 9 states experienced minimal activity.

Geographic Spread of Influenza: Forty-two states reported widespread geographic influenza activity; 7 states reported regional activity; the District of Columbia and one state reported local activity; Guam reported sporadic influenza activity, and Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-5 (14 Pediatric Deaths; Total 59)

During week 5 (January 27 - February 2, 2013), influenza activity remained elevated in the United States, but decreased in most areas.

Viral Surveillance: Of 10,132 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 2,362 (23.3%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was above the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Fourteen pediatric deaths were reported.
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 29.8 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of all hospitalizations, more than 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 3.6%. This is above the national baseline of 2.2%. All 10 regions reported ILI above region-specific baseline levels. Nineteen states and New York City experienced high ILI activity; 12 states experienced moderate activity; 13 states experienced low activity; 6 states experienced minimal activity; and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Thirty-eight states reported widespread influenza activity; 9 states reported regional influenza activity; the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and 2 states reported local influenza activity; one state reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

Fourteen influenza-associated pediatric deaths were reported to CDC during week 5. Three were associated with influenza A (H3) viruses and occurred during weeks 4 and 5 (weeks ending January 26 and February 2, 2013), 4 were associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined and occurred during weeks 51, 1, 2, and 4 (weeks ending December 22, 2012, January 5, January 12, and January 26, 2013), and seven were associated with influenza B viruses and occurred during weeks 52, 2, 3, 4, and 5 (weeks ending December 29, 2012, January 12, January 19, January 26, and February 2, 2013).

Among all hospitalizations, 7,202 (86.8%) were associated with influenza A and 1,026 (12.4%) with influenza B. The most affected group is those ≥65 years, accounting for more than 50% of reported cases.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-6 (Five Pediatric Deaths; Total 64)

During week 6 (February 3 - 9, 2013), influenza activity remained elevated in the United States, but decreased in most areas.

Viral Surveillance: Of 7,608 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 1,499 (19.7%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (9.1%) was above the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Five pediatric deaths were reported. One was associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined and occurred during week 4 (week ending January 26, 2013), and four were associated with influenza B viruses and occurred during weeks 52, 2, and 3 (weeks ending December 29, 2012, January 12, and January 19, 2013).
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 32.1 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, more than 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 3.2%. This is above the national baseline of 2.2%. All 10 regions reported ILI above region-specific baseline levels. Eleven states and New York City experienced high ILI activity; 10 states experienced moderate activity; the District of Columbia and 13 states experienced low activity, and 16 states experienced minimal activity.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Thirty-one states reported widespread influenza activity; Puerto Rico and 14 states reported regional influenza activity; the District of Columbia and 4 states reported local influenza activity; Guam and one state reported sporadic influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

95 (29.2%) of 325 influenza B viruses tested have been from the B/Victoria lineage of viruses.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-7 (14 Pediatric Deaths; Total 78)

During week 7 (February 10 - 16, 2013), influenza activity remained elevated in the United States, but decreased in most areas.

Viral Surveillance: Of 8,144 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 1,371 (16.8%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was above the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Fourteen pediatric deaths were reported; total 78.
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 34.2 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, more than 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 2.8%. This is above the national baseline of 2.2%. All 10 regions reported ILI at or above region-specific baseline levels. Three states experienced high ILI activity; 13 states and New York City experienced moderate activity; 11 states experienced low activity; 23 states experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Twenty-two states reported widespread influenza activity; Puerto Rico and 21 states reported regional influenza activity; the District of Columbia and 6 states reported local influenza activity; 1 state reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

Fourteen influenza-associated pediatric deaths were reported to CDC during week 7. Three were associated with influenza A (H3) viruses and occurred during weeks 3, 5, and 6 (weeks ending January 19, February 2, and 9, 2013), two were associated with 2009 H1N1 viruses and occurred during weeks 5 and 6 (weeks ending February 2 and 9, 2013), two were associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined and occurred during weeks 4 and 6 (week ending January 26 and February 9, 2013), six were associated with influenza B viruses and occurred during weeks 51, 4, 5, 6, and 7 (weeks ending December 22, 2012, January 26, February 2, February 9, and February 16, 2013), and one was associated with both an influenza A and influenza B virus and occurred during week 1 (week ending January 5, 2013).

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-8 (Three Pediatric Deaths; Total 81)

During week 8 (February 17 - 23, 2013), influenza activity remained elevated in the United States, but decreased in most areas.

Viral Surveillance: Of 7,609 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 1,288 (16.9&#37 were positive for influenza.

Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was above the epidemic threshold.

Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Three pediatric deaths were reported. One death was associated with an influenza A (H3) virus and occurred during week 8 (week ending February 23, 2013). One death was associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined and occurred during week 7 (week ending February 16, 2013), and one was associated with an influenza B virus and occurred during week 8 (week ending February 23, 2013); total 81

Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 36.7 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, over 51% were among adults 65 years and older.

Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 2.7%. This is above the national baseline of 2.2%. Eight of 10 regions reported ILI at or above region-specific baseline levels. Twelve states and New York City experienced moderate activity; 15 states experienced low activity, and 23 states and the District of Columbia experienced minimal activity.

Geographic Spread of Influenza: Twelve states reported widespread influenza activity; Puerto Rico and 28 states reported regional influenza activity; 7 states and the District of Columbia reported local influenza activity; 3 states reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-9 (Six Pediatric Deaths; Total 87)

During week 9 (February 24 ? March 2, 2013), influenza activity remained elevated in the United States, but decreased in most areas.

Viral Surveillance: Of 6,259 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 1,074 (17.2%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was above the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Six pediatric deaths were reported. Three deaths were associated with influenza A (H3) viruses and occurred during weeks 43, 4, and 9 (weeks ending October 27, 2012, January 26, and March 2, 2013). One death was associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined and occurred during week 5 (week ending February 2, 2013), and two were associated with influenza B viruses and occurred during weeks 7 and 8.
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 38.5 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, over 51% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 2.3%. This is above the national baseline of 2.2%. Seven of 10 regions reported ILI at or above region-specific baseline levels. Four states experienced moderate activity; 13 states and New York City experienced low activity; 33 states experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Nine states reported widespread influenza activity; Puerto Rico and 24 states reported regional influenza activity; the District of Columbia and 13 states reported local influenza activity; 4 states reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-10 (12 Pediatric Deaths; Total 99)

During week 10 (March 3 ? 9, 2013), influenza activity remained elevated in the United States, but decreased in most areas.

Viral Surveillance: Of 5,747 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 821 (14.3%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was above the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Twelve pediatric deaths were reported; total 99. (Two deaths were associated with influenza A viruses for which the subtype was not determined and nine were associated with influenza B viruses)
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 39.6 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 51% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 2.6%. This is above the national baseline of 2.2%. Six of 10 regions reported ILI at or above region-specific baseline levels. Five states and New York City experienced moderate activity; 12 states experienced low activity; and 33 states and the District of Columbia experienced minimal activity.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Eight states reported widespread influenza activity; Puerto Rico and 19 states reported regional influenza activity; the District of Columbia and 17 states reported local influenza activity; 6 states reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-11 (Six Pediatric Deaths; Total 105)

During week 11 (March 10 ? 16, 2013), influenza activity remained elevated in the United States, but decreased in most areas.

Viral Surveillance: Of 5,526 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 899 (16.3%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was above the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Six pediatric deaths were reported; total 105. (One death was associated with a 2009 H1N1 virus and occurred during week 9 and five were associated with influenza B viruses and occurred during weeks 48, 52, 6, 10, and 11
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 40.6 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 51% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 2.2%. This is at the national baseline of 2.2%. Three of 10 regions reported ILI above region-specific baseline levels. One state experienced high ILI activity; 5 states experienced moderate activity; 6 states and New York City experienced low activity; 38 states experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Seven states reported widespread influenza activity; Puerto Rico and 8 states reported regional influenza activity; 26 states reported local influenza activity; 9 states reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands and the District of Columbia did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-12 (Five Pediatric Deaths; Total 110)

During week 12 (March 17 ? 23, 2013), influenza activity decreased in the United States.

Viral Surveillance: Of 5,332 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 702 (13.2%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was at the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Five pediatric deaths were reported; total 110. ( One death was associated with an influenza A (H3), two associated with influenza A viruses for which the subtype was not determined and two were associated with influenza B viruses.)
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 41.8 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 1.8%. This is below the national baseline of 2.2%. Three of 10 regions reported ILI at or above region-specific baseline levels. One state experienced moderate activity; 3 states and New York City experienced low activity; 46 states experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Six states reported widespread influenza activity; Puerto Rico and 8 states reported regional influenza activity; the District of Columbia and 23 states reported local influenza activity; 11 states reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam and one state reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands and one state did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-13 (One Pediatric Death; Total 111)

During week 13 (March 24 ? 30, 2013), influenza activity decreased in the United States.

Viral Surveillance: Of 4,909 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 555 (11.3%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was below the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: One pediatric death was reported (This death was associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined); total 111
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 42.3 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 1.8%. This is below the national baseline of 2.2%. Three of 10 regions reported ILI at or above region-specific baseline levels. Seven states and New York City experienced low activity; 43 states experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Four states reported widespread influenza activity; 7 states reported regional influenza activity; the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and 26 states reported local influenza activity; 12 states reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam and one state reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-14 (Five Pediatric Deaths; Total 116)

During week 14 (March 31 ? April 6, 2013), influenza activity decreased in the United States.

Viral Surveillance: Of 4,462 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 484 (10.9%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was below the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Five pediatric deaths were reported. One death was associated with an influenza A (H3) virus and four deaths were associated with influenza B.
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 43.2 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 1.5%. This is below the national baseline of 2.2%. Two of 10 regions reported ILI at or above region-specific baseline levels. Two states experienced low activity; 48 states and New York City experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Four states reported widespread influenza activity; 7 states reported regional influenza activity; the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and 14 states reported local influenza activity; 24 states reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam and one state reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-15 (Ten Pediatric Deaths; Total 126)

During week 15 (April 7-13, 2013), influenza activity decreased in the United States.

Viral Surveillance: Of 3,802 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 354 (9.3&#37 were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was below the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Ten pediatric deaths were reported (One death was associated with an influenza A (H3) virus, one death was associated with 2009 H1N1 virus, one death was associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined and seven deaths were associated with influenza B viruses); total 126.
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 43.7 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 1.3%. This is below the national baseline of 2.2%. One of 10 regions reported ILI at or above region-specific baseline levels. One state experienced moderate activity; one state experienced low activity; 48 states and New York City experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Three states reported widespread influenza activity; 6 states reported regional influenza activity; Puerto Rico and 8 states reported local influenza activity; the District of Columbia and 33 states reported sporadic influenza activity; Guam reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-16 (Five Pediatric Deaths; Total 131)

During week 16 (April 14-20, 2013), influenza activity decreased in the United States.

Viral Surveillance: Of 3,384 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 250 (7.4%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was below the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Five pediatric deaths were reported (One death was associated with an influenza A virus and four deaths were associated with influenza B viruses); total 131.
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 43.9 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 1.1%. This is below the national baseline of 2.2%. All 10 regions reported ILI below region-specific baseline levels. One state experienced low activity; 49 states and New York City experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Three states reported widespread influenza activity; 3 states reported regional influenza activity; 8 states reported local influenza activity; the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and 35 states reported sporadic influenza activity; 1 state reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-17 (Six Pediatric Deaths; Total 137)

During week 17 (April 21-27, 2013), influenza activity decreased in the United States.

Viral Surveillance: Of 2,746 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 177 (6.5%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was below the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: Seven pediatric deaths were reported. Six from current season (5 influenza B; 1 influenza A/H3); total 137. One of the seven influenza-associated pediatric deaths reported during week 17 was associated with an influenza A virus for which the subtype was not determined. This death occurred during week 17 of the 2010-11 season (week ending April 30, 2011) and brings the total number of reported pediatric deaths occurring during that season to 123.
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 44.2 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 1.0%. This is below the national baseline of 2.2%. All 10 regions reported ILI below region-specific baseline levels. One state experienced low activity; 48 states and New York City experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia and 1 state had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: Puerto Rico and 3 states reported regional influenza activity; 6 states reported local influenza activity; the District of Columbia, Guam, and 36 states reported sporadic influenza activity; 5 states reported no influenza activity, and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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Re: Fluview 2012-13 Season: Weeks 41-18 (One Pediatric Death; Total 138)

During week 18 (April 28-May 4, 2013), influenza activity remained low in the United States.

Viral Surveillance: Of 3,048 specimens tested and reported by collaborating laboratories, 125 (4.1%) were positive for influenza.
Pneumonia and Influenza Mortality: The proportion of deaths attributed to pneumonia and influenza (P&I) was below the epidemic threshold.
Influenza-Associated Pediatric Deaths: One pediatric death was reported; total 138.
Influenza-Associated Hospitalizations: A cumulative rate for the season of 44.2 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations per 100,000 population was reported. Of reported hospitalizations, 50% were among adults 65 years and older.
Outpatient Illness Surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) was 0.9%. This is below the national baseline of 2.2%. All 10 regions reported ILI below region-specific baseline levels. 49 states and New York City experienced minimal activity, and the District of Columbia and 1 state had insufficient data.
Geographic Spread of Influenza: 5 states reported regional influenza activity; 3 states reported local influenza activity; Guam, Puerto Rico, and 37 states reported sporadic influenza activity; 5 states reported no influenza activity, and the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands did not report.

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