Seasonal Flu Information

About the Flu

Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. Some people are at higher risk for severe illness and complications. Learn more About Flu (CDC), how flu spreads (CDC), and how it is different from COVID-19 (CDC) and the common cold (CDC).

Surveillance

Marin County public health tracks influenza activity each season.

Protect Yourself From Flu

  1. Get a flu vaccination every year
  2. Stop the spread of germs everyday, by washing your hands, cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and more prevention activities 
  3. If you get sick, ask your health care provider if antiviral medication is right for you. Flu Treatment | CDC

Flu Vaccine Recommendations

Flu vaccine promotional image from the CDC.
 

Everyone six months of age and older should receive the flu vaccine every year.

Get a Vaccine

 

Find a Flu Vaccine Near You 

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https://www.vaccines.gov/find-vaccines/