Colorado Flu Report

It has been reported that Colorado is the #1 state in the country for Widespread Influenza Outbreaks, with the highest number of hospitalized flu being reported in Adams, Arapahoe, Denver and Jefferson Counties. Here is a map depicting the peak of Flu Seasons and why it is still an optimal time for you to receive your Flu Shot.

Click here for the Denver News Channel’s report on Colorado’s Flu Season.

For more information or to keep up with the latest information, please see the CDC’s Weekly Influenza Surveillance Report (CDC Flu View).

For the latest map of outbreaks, please see this site from the CDC as well.

Finally, the CDC has put together a great resource for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) that may be helpful in answering any concerns you might have.

You also may want to be on the lookout for the symptoms associated with Influenza, which usually have a sudden onset and may include the following:

• Fever (usually high)
• Headache
• Tiredness (can be extreme)
• Cough
• Sore Throat
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Body Aches
• Diarrhea and vomiting (more common among children rather than adults)

Having these symptoms does not always mean you have the flu. Many different illnesses, including the common cold, have similar symptoms. Generally the common cold comes on gradually over time, you will “feel” yourself getting sick before actually coming down with increased symptoms.

Please call Passport Health at: 303-442-8728 or 719-387-5528 to set up your appointment for the Flu Vaccine in any of our 4 offices along the Front Range. We offer the Flu Vaccine for $25.