2021-2022 Flu Burden

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Learn more about how the flu vaccine helped avoid influenza illnesses, medical visits, and hospitalizations.

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The Burden of Flu: 2021-2022

During the 2021-2022 flu season, CDC estimates flu caused:

  • 9 million flu illnesses – more than the population of New York City.
  • 100,000 flu hospitalization – nearly 300 hospitalizations per day over the course of a year.
  • 5,000 flu deaths – about 14 flu deaths per day over the course of a year.

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