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Week 3--Florida (January 16-January 22, 2011)

Week--%Positive for Influenza--%H1N1Positive--%Other
51-----51.0%--------------------14.0%---------80.0% Type A H3; 6.0% Type B
52-----59.0%--------------------20.3%---------66.7% Type A H3; 13.0% Type B
01-----47.5%--------------------34.3%---------43.3% Type A H3; 19.4% Type B; 3.0% Type A Unspecified
02-----51.7%--------------------19.8%---------53.8% Type A H3; 26.4% Type B
03-----55.1%--------------------37.8%---------41.8% Type A H3; 20.4% Type B

Florida is currently reporting Regional Influenza activity statewide. Statewide, influenza-like illness (ILI) activity is moderate and increasing in many monitoring systems.

This week no counties reported widespread activity, and twenty-four counties reported moderate activity. Fourty counties reported increasing influenza activity. ILINET Influenza-like Illness-Statewide ILI activity is near the moderate threshold and above previous pandemic and non-pandemic influenza seasons at this time.

In week 3 there were two influenza or ILI outbreaks reported into EpiCom:

Hillsborough County: A skilled nursing facility (SNF) outbreak of influenza A. 19 residents reported ILI symptoms, a 35% attack rate. Two residents were rapid test positive for Influenza.
Hillsborough County: A childcare center outbreak of Influenza A. Fourteen children and two staff became ill with ILI. Five children received a rapid flu test and ALL were positive for Influenza A.

Hillsborough county has had 4 outbreaks so far.

No pediatric influenza mortality was reported.

http://www.doh.state.fl.us/disease_ctrl ... eports.htm

Week 4--Florida (January 23-January 29, 2011)

Week--%Positive for Influenza--%H1N1Positive--%Other
51-----51.0%--------------------14.0%---------80.0% Type A H3; 6.0% Type B
52-----59.0%--------------------20.3%---------66.7% Type A H3; 13.0% Type B
01-----47.5%--------------------34.3%---------43.3% Type A H3; 19.4% Type B; 3.0% Type A Unspecified
02-----51.7%--------------------19.8%---------53.8% Type A H3; 26.4% Type B
03-----69.3%--------------------39.6%---------38.7% Type A H3; 21.7% Type B
04-----63.1%--------------------45.8%---------29.2% Type A H3; 23.6% Type B; 1.4% Type A Unspecified

Florida is currently reporting Widespread Influenza activity statewide.

This week one county reported widespread activity, and 28 counties reported moderate activity. Thirty-five counties reported increasing influenza activity. ILINET Influenza-like Illness-Statewide ILI activity is near the moderate threshold and above previous pandemic and non-pandemic influenza seasons at this time.

In recent weeks, cirulation of 2009 H1N1 has increased. (I would describe as roaring back; RIP AH3)

No pediatric influenza mortality was reported.

In week 4 there were four influenza or ILI outbreaks and one respiratory illness outbreak reported into EpiCom:

Duval County: A medical group home outbreak of influenza A. The group home houses residents from 9-52 years old with multiple underlying conditions. Four out of 24 residents developed ILI; all were PCR-positive for influenza A. Three of these residents were hospitalized. Several staff developed ILI previously. The facility instituted control measures and subtype analysis from BOL is pending.
Duval County: An assisted living facility (ALF) outbreak of influenza A. Nineteen of 81 residents and 13 staff developed ILI. 1 resident was hospitalized and tested PCR positive for influenza A.
Citrus County: A skilled nursing facility (SNF) outbreak of ILI. Seventeen of 107 patients and 2 of 100 staff experienced symptoms of coughing, fever, and chills. No specimens were collected. Antiviral treatment was administered and control measures were implemented.
Polk County: A nursing home outbreak of ILI. Beginning in December, staff and residents began experiencing ILI symptoms. Cumulatively 33/242 residents and 82/309 staff have developed ILI in all units at the nursing home. No specimens were taken. CHD advised facility of proper control procedures.
Hillsborough County: An SNF outbreak of respiratory illness. Eleven residents and 9 staff reported symptoms of cough, fever and congestion. Control measures were implemented by the facility. Three residents tested negative for influenza, one resident had a positve H influenza result from sputum.

http://www.doh.state.fl.us/disease_ctrl ... eports.htm

Week 5--Florida (January 30-February 5, 2011)

Week--%Positive for Influenza--%H1N1Positive--%Other
51-----51.0%--------------------14.0%---------80.0% Type A H3; 6.0% Type B
52-----59.0%--------------------20.3%---------66.7% Type A H3; 13.0% Type B
01-----47.5%--------------------34.3%---------43.3% Type A H3; 19.4% Type B; 3.0% Type A Unspecified
02-----51.7%--------------------19.8%---------53.8% Type A H3; 26.4% Type B
03-----69.3%--------------------39.6%---------38.7% Type A H3; 21.7% Type B
04-----66.3%--------------------40.6%---------26.4% Type A H3; 29.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
05-----58.7%--------------------44.4%---------32.1% Type A H3; 17.3% Type B; 6.2% Type A Unspecified

Florida is currently reporting Widespread Influenza activity statewide due to elevated activity levels for all regions of the state, continued high percent positive for influenza specimens, and elevated and increasing ILI levels in ESSENCE and ILINet.

This week two counties reported widespread activity, and 28 counties reported moderate activity. Thirty-nine counties reported increasing influenza activity. ILINET Influenza-like Illness-Statewide ILI activity is near the moderate threshold and above previous pandemic and non-pandemic influenza seasons at this time.

In recent weeks, cirulation of 2009 H1N1 has increased.

No pediatric influenza mortality was reported.

In week 5 there were no influenza or ILI outbreaks reported into EpiCom:

http://www.doh.state.fl.us/disease_ctrl ... index.html

A new report from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows Florida among 36 states affected by the widespread flu symptoms.

Those flu symptoms have taken a toll on 1-year-old Lailany Garcia. The infant has had the flu for more than three days.

"I thought she was going to die in my arms," said Lailany's mother Crystal Figueroa. "Her lips turned blue. She couldn't look at me. She couldn't focus. I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy."

Doctor James Orlowski, Chief of Pediatrics at University Community Hospital, said the infant had high fever that led to a seizure. He said what she experienced was not uncommon.

Dr. Orlowski said it is important to catch symptoms such as high fever, headache, muscle aches, cough and runny nose early to prevent the illness.

"The most important thing is the vaccination," Dr. Orlowski said. "Nothing does a better job than getting vaccinated against the flu."

According to the CDC report, the flu activity has increased throughout the United States from Jan. 30 to Feb. 5. Eleven flu-related deaths were reported.

http://www.cfnews13.com/article/news/20 ... s-Bay-area

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Week 6--Florida (February 6-February 12, 2011)

Week--%Positive for Influenza--%H1N1Positive--%Other
51-----51.0%--------------------14.0%---------80.0% Type A H3; 6.0% Type B
52-----59.0%--------------------20.3%---------66.7% Type A H3; 13.0% Type B
01-----47.5%--------------------34.3%---------43.3% Type A H3; 19.4% Type B; 3.0% Type A Unspecified
02-----51.7%--------------------19.8%---------53.8% Type A H3; 26.4% Type B
03-----69.3%--------------------39.6%---------38.7% Type A H3; 21.7% Type B
04-----66.3%--------------------40.6%---------26.4% Type A H3; 29.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
05-----57.7%--------------------45.5%---------34.7% Type A H3; 18.8% Type B; 1.0% Type A Unspecified
06-----47.2%--------------------21.6%---------25.5% Type A H3; 35.3% Type B; 17.6% Type A Unspecified

Florida is currently reporting Widespread Influenza activity statewide due to elevated activity levels for all regions of the state, continued high percent positive for influenza specimens, and elevated and increasing ILI levels in ESSENCE and ILINet.

This week no counties reported widespread activity, and 23 counties reported moderate activity. Twenty-one counties reported increasing influenza activity. ILINET Influenza-like Illness-Statewide ILI activity is near the moderate threshold and above previous pandemic and non-pandemic influenza seasons at this time.

In recent weeks, cirulation of 2009 H1N1 has increased.

No pediatric influenza mortality was reported.

In week 6 there were two influenza or ILI outbreaks reported into EpiCom:

Seminole County: a daycare outbreak of influenza. Daycare director reported that 5 (of 60 total) attendees’ parents had notified the daycare that their pediatrician had diagnosed the attendee with lab-confirmed influenza. Seminole CHD was able to confirm with parents that 2 children were rapid-test positive for influenza and had not been vaccinated. CHD staff visited the daycare and recommended infection control procedures.
Palm Beach County: a skilled nursing facility (SNF) outbreak of influenza A. Ten patients reported ILI symptoms, and 11 more reported acute respiratory symptoms, with an attack rate of 13.5%. One out of 420 employees reported ILI. Six ill residents tested positive for influenza A by rapid-test; PCR results for 6 specimens are pending. Twelve of the 21 ill residents were vaccinated for influenza. CHD epi staff provided recommendations for infection control and outbreak management.

http://www.doh.state.fl.us/disease_ctrl ... index.html

Week 7--Florida (February 13-February 19, 2011)

Week--%Positive for Influenza--%H1N1Positive--%Other
51-----51.0%--------------------14.0%---------80.0% Type A H3; 6.0% Type B
52-----59.0%--------------------20.3%---------66.7% Type A H3; 13.0% Type B
01-----47.5%--------------------34.3%---------43.3% Type A H3; 19.4% Type B; 3.0% Type A Unspecified
02-----51.7%--------------------19.8%---------53.8% Type A H3; 26.4% Type B
03-----69.3%--------------------39.6%---------38.7% Type A H3; 21.7% Type B
04-----66.3%--------------------40.6%---------26.4% Type A H3; 29.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
05-----57.7%--------------------45.5%---------34.7% Type A H3; 18.8% Type B; 1.0% Type A Unspecified
06-----52.9%--------------------32.1%---------30.9% Type A H3; 33.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
07-----38.0%--------------------31.6%---------18.4% Type A H3; 26.3% Type B; 23.7% Type A Unspecified

Florida is currently reporting Regional Influenza activity statewide due to plateaued or declining activity levels in many regions of the state

This week no counties reported widespread activity, and 16 counties reported moderate activity. Twenty counties reported increasing influenza activity. ILINET Influenza-like Illness-Statewide ILI activity is near the moderate threshold and at levels near the peak of previous non-pandemic influenza seasons.

One pediatric influenza mortality was reported in a 9-year old Clay county resident.

In week 7 there were two influenza or ILI outbreaks and one respiratory disease outbreak reported into EpiCom.

Palm Beach County: an assisted living facility outbreak of respiratory illness. Twenty-one of 52 residents were reported with acute respiratory symptoms including cough, rhinorrhea, and lung congestion. Seven of 58 workers also reported respiratory symptoms. All but one resident received influenza vaccine. Specimens could not be collected for testing. Control measures were advised and implemented.

Nassau County: a nursing home outbreak of ILI. Two of 108 residents and 1 of 160 staff reported ILI symptoms, including fever , cough, and runny nose. No testing was performed. Patients received influenza vaccine in 10/2010. Patients were isolated early in illness and CHD advised of proper control measures. Active surveillance is ongoing.

Duval County: a long-term care facility outbreak of influenza A H3. Forty-four of 225 residents reported respiratory symptoms and 10 reported ILI. Fourteen of 316 staff were ill. Three specimens were forwarded to BOL, and two tested PCR-positive for influenza A H3. Duval CHD provided information on control measures.

http://www.doh.state.fl.us/disease_ctrl ... index.html

Week 8--Florida (February 20-February 26, 2011)

Week--%Positive for Influenza--%H1N1Positive--%Other
51-----51.0%--------------------14.0%---------80.0% Type A H3; 6.0% Type B
52-----59.0%--------------------20.3%---------66.7% Type A H3; 13.0% Type B
01-----47.5%--------------------34.3%---------43.3% Type A H3; 19.4% Type B; 3.0% Type A Unspecified
02-----51.7%--------------------19.8%---------53.8% Type A H3; 26.4% Type B
03-----69.3%--------------------39.6%---------38.7% Type A H3; 21.7% Type B
04-----66.3%--------------------40.6%---------26.4% Type A H3; 29.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
05-----57.7%--------------------45.5%---------34.7% Type A H3; 18.8% Type B; 1.0% Type A Unspecified
06-----52.9%--------------------32.1%---------30.9% Type A H3; 33.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
07-----40.5%--------------------37.3%---------35.3% Type A H3; 27.4% Type B
08-----43.2%--------------------39.0%---------14.6% Type A H3; 41.5% Type B; 4.9% Type A Unspecified

Florida is currently reporting Regional Influenza activity statewide due to plateaued or declining activity levels in many regions of the state as shown in influenza survellance systems.

This week one county reported widespread activity, and 13 counties reported moderate activity. Thirteen counties reported increasing influenza activity. Overall ILI Influenza-like Illness reported in ESSENCE has begun to decline and is now similar to that seen during the same time period in non-pandemic years.

No pediatric influenza mortality was reported.

In week 8 there was one influenza or ILI outbreak reported into EpiCom:

Marion County: a rehabilitation center outbreak of influenza. ILI symptoms such as fever and cough were found in 13/101 residents and 5/165 staff. One staff member was hospitalized and tested positive for influenza and another tested positive by a physician; no subtype. Fifty-nine percent of residents and 20% of staff received seasonal flu vaccine. Marion CHD collected four swabs on residents for PCR testing at BOL; results are pending. Control measures were advised and implemented.

http://www.doh.state.fl.us/disease_ctrl ... index.html

Week 9--Florida (February 27-March 5, 2011)

Week--%Positive for Influenza--%H1N1Positive--%Other
51-----51.0%--------------------14.0%---------80.0% Type A H3; 6.0% Type B
52-----59.0%--------------------20.3%---------66.7% Type A H3; 13.0% Type B
01-----47.5%--------------------34.3%---------43.3% Type A H3; 19.4% Type B; 3.0% Type A Unspecified
02-----51.7%--------------------19.8%---------53.8% Type A H3; 26.4% Type B
03-----69.3%--------------------39.6%---------38.7% Type A H3; 21.7% Type B
04-----66.3%--------------------40.6%---------26.4% Type A H3; 29.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
05-----57.7%--------------------45.5%---------34.7% Type A H3; 18.8% Type B; 1.0% Type A Unspecified
06-----52.9%--------------------32.1%---------30.9% Type A H3; 33.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
07-----40.5%--------------------37.3%---------35.3% Type A H3; 27.4% Type B
08-----44.5%--------------------39.7%---------24.6% Type A H3; 35.7% Type B
09-----36.0%--------------------29.6%---------25.9% Type A H3; 37.0% Type B; 7.5% Type A Unspecified

Florida is currently reporting Regional Influenza activity statewide due to plateaued or declining activity levels in many regions of the state as shown in influenza survellance systems.

This week no counties reported widespread activity, and 14 counties reported moderate activity. Seven counties reported increasing influenza activity. ESSENCE and ILINet ILI activity levels are near previous non-pandemic seasons at this time in most regions of Florida.

No pediatric influenza mortality was reported.

In week 9 there was one influenza or ILI outbreak reported into EpiCom:

Miami-Dade County: A correctional facility outbreak of ILI. ILI symptoms such as fever and cough were found in seven inmates in three dorms. No staff reported ILI symptoms. Miami-Dade CHD provided viral transport media and instructions for specimen collection. Control measures were advised and implemented. Investigation is ongoing.


http://www.doh.state.fl.us/disease_ctrl ... index.html

Week 10--Florida (March 6-March 12, 2011)

Week--%Positive for Influenza--%H1N1Positive--%Other
51-----51.0%--------------------14.0%---------80.0% Type A H3; 6.0% Type B
52-----59.0%--------------------20.3%---------66.7% Type A H3; 13.0% Type B
01-----47.5%--------------------34.3%---------43.3% Type A H3; 19.4% Type B; 3.0% Type A Unspecified
02-----51.7%--------------------19.8%---------53.8% Type A H3; 26.4% Type B
03-----69.3%--------------------39.6%---------38.7% Type A H3; 21.7% Type B
04-----66.3%--------------------40.6%---------26.4% Type A H3; 29.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
05-----57.7%--------------------45.5%---------34.7% Type A H3; 18.8% Type B; 1.0% Type A Unspecified
06-----52.9%--------------------32.1%---------30.9% Type A H3; 33.3% Type B; 3.7% Type A Unspecified
07-----40.5%--------------------37.3%---------35.3% Type A H3; 27.4% Type B
08-----44.5%--------------------39.7%---------24.6% Type A H3; 35.7% Type B
09-----38.3%--------------------36.1%---------27.8% Type A H3; 33.3% Type B; 2.8% Type A Unspecified
10-----22.2%--------------------64.3%---------7.1% Type A H3; 28.6% Type B

Florida is currently reporting Regional Influenza activity statewide due to plateaued or declining activity levels in many regions of the state as shown in influenza survellance systems.

This week no counties reported widespread activity, and 11 counties reported moderate activity. Seven counties reported increasing influenza activity. ESSENCE and ILINet ILI activity levels are near previous non-pandemic seasons at this time in most regions of Florida.

No pediatric influenza mortality was reported.

In week 10 here were no outbreaks reported into EpiCom:

http://www.doh.state.fl.us/disease_ctrl ... index.html