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Review of influenza activity in Idaho for fiscal year 2014, including vital statistics, regional codes, laboratory surveillance, and ILI frequencies. The flu season is tapering down with detailed data on influenza-associated deaths and positive cases.
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IDAHO: Flu season is starting to wind down • State Activity Code: Regional •Vital Statistics: As of MMWR week 6, 12 influenza-associated deaths have been recorded from the following PHDs: PHD-1 (1), PHD-2 (0), PHD-3 (2), PHD-4 (0), PHD-5 (2), PHD-6 (4), PHD-7 (2), non-resident (1). All deaths were in those over the age of 50y. The first death of the 2013-2014 influenza season was reported during week 52. •Laboratory Surveillance: Between 10/1/2013 and 2/8/2014 IBL has tested 496 samples: 383 of those were positive for influenza A/H1N1pdm09, one positive for influenza A/H3, and one positive for Inf B. The lineage of the B virus is currently undetermined. The sample has been sent to CDC to have the lineage determined. •ILI frequencies: The frequency of ILI visits continue to be on the decline across the state.