Podcast #302: Flu

Author: Jared Scott, M.D.

Educational Pearls

• Flu is widespread throughout the US (through Jan 20th 2018).
• All age groups have seen surge in hospitalizations, but 65 + age group has seen the largest surge in hospitalizations due to flu.
• New recommendations for treating with Tamiflu! Treat the following high-risk groups at any stage of illness: Children under age 2, Adults 65 and older, patients with comorbidities such as chronic lung disease, heart disease, blood disorders, kidney disorders, liver disorders, neurological disorders, immunosuppressed, pregnant women, American Indians, extreme obesity, women under 19 on long-term aspirin, and nursing home residents.

References:

https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/high_risk.htm

https://www.cdc.gov/flu/weekly/summary.htm