The recent updates include changes to the asthma and egg allergy sections and added information on newly licensed influenza vaccines. This treatment summary topic describes influenza vaccine. Flu vaccination has been shown to prevent flu illnesses, doctors visits and hospitalizations and can. Influenza national institute for health and care excellence. This course provides a general introduction to the disease and is intended for personnel involved in seasonal influenza outbreak preparedness and. The potential costeffectiveness of quadrivalent versus.
In the uk, people usually get seasonal flu between december and march, although outbreaks can happen as early as october and as late as may. The current recommendations for seasonal influenza vaccine in the influenza chapter of the green book. Seqirus is a reliable supplier of seasonal influenza vaccine with the ability to rapidly respond to pandemic threats. Phe influenza immunisation guideline phedhdwp guideline. The government resource immunisation against infectious disease the green book. Clinical practice guidelines by the infectious diseases society of america. The influenza chapter of the green book recommends both intradermal and intramuscular injected. Immunisation by nurses and other health professionals. Asthma was the most prevalent risk factor for hospitalization, occurring in 28% n 148 of the ph1n1 population, and 24% n 174 of those with seasonal influenza. Influenza vaccine treatment summary bnf content published by. Influenza is one of the most dangerous epidemic infectious diseases in modern history, causing 75 million deaths in the 1918 h1n1 influenza pandemic. Immunosuppression due to disease or treatment, including patients. Health experts recommend that all people 6 months of age and older get a flu shot.
A comparison of the effectiveness of oseltamivir for the treatment of influenza a and influenza b. Influenza immunisation information including updates for public health professionals. Influenza types a and b are responsible for most cases of clinical illness in. Flu vaccination has been shown to prevent flu illnesses, doctors visits and hospitalizations and can be lifesaving in children 20182019 u. Phe guidance on use of antiviral agents for the treatment. The quadrivalent influenza vaccine qiv will protect against four strains of flu.
This short, intermediatelevel course is for frontline health workers caring for patients with suspected or confirmed seasonal influenza infection. Seasonal influenza is a preventable infectious disease with mostly respiratory symptoms. Not recommended for use as part of seasonal influenza vaccination programmes due to. One study estimated that during 20102016, the seasonal incidence of symptomatic influenza among all ages in the united states was approximately 8% and varied from 3% to 11%. Seasonal influenza seasonal influenza is an acute illness of the respiratory tract caused by influenza viruses it is usually more common in periods from january to marchapril and from july to august in hong kong. The mdhhs seasonal influenza web page has information on influenza activity, influenza vaccination, and resources for specific groups including health. Influenza burden, prevention, and treatment in asthma. Follow four steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from flu.
These viruses invade the respiratory tract, or the nose, throat and lungs, and are spread from one person to another by coughing or sneezing. The green book, the annual flu letter and subsequent. This guidelines summary covers public health england phe guidance on the use of antiviral agents for the treatment of suspected or confirmed cases of seasonal influenza. Annual national flu programme letter 2019 to 2020 nhs england. It begins with basic epidemiological and clinical characteristics, including surveillance as a background. Hps website green book chapter on influenza updated. There are different types of influenza viruses and they evolve and change. Seasonal influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Jan 02, 2020 information for health professionals cdc read more on key information about vaccination, infection control, prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of seasonal influenza. A quadrivalent inactivated vaccine egg grown qive will be available for those aged 6 months to under two years of age and those aged 18 to 64 years of age in an at risk group. Influenza activity can sometimes be predicted and even tracked geographically.
Seasonal influenza an overview sciencedirect topics. To continue reading this article, you must log in with your personal, hospital, or group practice subscription. It is difficult for an individual to develop long term immunity to influenza as the make up of the viral strains change slightly on a regular basis. The flu short for influenza is a respiratory virus that affects the throat, nose, bronchi and, sometimes, the lungs. Seasonal influenza adult patients diagnosis respiratory virus testing should be considered in individuals presenting during influenza season with fever and influenzalike symptoms of myalgia, arthralgia, headache, andor sore throat. Seasonal influenza, also known as the flu, is an illness that is caused by viruses. Hivaids or treatment such as cancer treatment o morbidly. Seasonal influenza is the most common infection and usually causes a selflimited febrile illness with upper respiratory symptoms and malaise that resolves within 10 days taubenberger and morens, 2008. A few news reports have suggested the use of an elderberry sambucus nigra extract as a potential preventative against the 2009 flu pandemic. Dec 21, 2018 type a influenza is a contagious viral infection that can have lifethreatening complications if left untreated.
Prevention with vaccines and prevention of seasonal influenza with antiviral drugs in adults and treatment of seasonal influenza in adults. Prevention and treatment of seasonal influenza nejm. Influenza testing is not needed for all patients with signs and symptoms of. In uncomplicated cases, bed rest with adequate hydration is the treatment of choice for most adolescents and young adult patients hoffmann 2006b. Infectiousness is highest within 3 days of illness onset and is correlated with fever. Influenza a symptoms can be confused with signs of other conditions but are usually.
You can see our summary of phe advice on prophylactic treatment of people who may have been exposed to seasonal influenza here and frequently asked questions can be found he. Phedhdwp guideline phe antivirals for influenza faq. A lifetime, multicohort, static markov model was constructed, with nine age groups each divided into healthy and atrisk. Influenza a and influenza b are responsible for most clinical illness. The mdhhs seasonal influenza web page has information on influenza activity, influenza vaccination, and resources for specific groups including health professionals and clinical laboratories. Seasonal influenza viruses have rarely been detected from nonrespiratory sources such as. Early administration of oral oseltamivir increases the benefits of influenza treatment. So vaccination against seasonal influenza has to be undertaken annually. Seasonal influenza is a viral infection that spreads from person to person through respiratory droplets. The compound has been proposed for treatment of influenza. Seqirus also inlicenses a wide range of vaccines, antivenoms and pharmaceutical products from our partner licensors to ensure these products are available to meet the needs of australias community at home and abroad. The flu chapter of the green book has been updated to reflect the latest guidance from the joint committee on vaccination and immunisation in readiness.
The objectives of the influenza immunisation programme are to protect. Influenza, one of the most common infectious diseases, is a highly contagious airborne disease that occurs in seasonal epidemics and manifests as an acute febrile illness with variable degrees of systemic symptoms, ranging from mild fatigue to respiratory failure and death. Healthcare practitioners should refer to the green book influenza. Influenza april 2019 19 influenza the disease influenza is an acute viral infection of the respiratory tract. Jun 06, 2014 to estimate the potential costeffectiveness of quadrivalent influenza vaccine compared with trivalent influenza vaccine in the uk. This course provides a general introduction to the disease and is intended for personnel involved in seasonal influenza outbreak preparedness and response. Page 15 of 36 this copy is uncontrolled when printed. The seasonal flu vaccine is available from october 2019 until end of april. Sep 25, 2017 many viruses can cause a flulike illness. To estimate the potential costeffectiveness of quadrivalent influenza vaccine compared with trivalent influenza vaccine in the uk. Seasonal influenza influenza is a highly infectious, viral infection of the respiratory tract. Clinical practice from the new england journal of medicine prevention and treatment of seasonal influenza. Influenza a symptoms can be confused with signs of. Influenza vaccination formulary recommendations 1819 nhs.
Inactivated influenza vaccine information for healthcare. Find information on coronavirus disease 2019 covid19. Inactivated influenza vaccine information for healthcare practitioners 5. Influenza types a and b are responsible for most cases of clinical illness in the uk. Influenza flu is a respiratory illness that can be serious, sometimes leading to hospitalization and even death. It is caused by influenza virus and is easily transmitted, predominantly via the droplet and contact routes and by indirect spread from respiratory secretions on hands, tissues, etc. Influenza is an acute viral infection of the respiratory tract. Different strains of influenza return annually, claiming 25,000 lives per year in the united states alone.
Influenza is highly infectious with a usual incubation period of one to three days. Information for health professionals cdc read more on key information about vaccination, infection control, prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of seasonal influenza. Phe guidance on use of antiviral agents for the treatment and. Additionally, aerosol transmission plays a part in influenza virus transmission. September 2011 revised to include updated guidance from the department of healths immunization against infectious disease the green book chapter 19, influenza updated in july 2011 for the 20112012 seasonal influenza vaccination programme, and new recommendations from the chief medical officer 2011. Phe summary of current guidance for healthcare professionals, the chapter on influenza in the green book. Flulike illnesses typically cause a high temperature, aches and pains in muscles and joints, a cough and various other symptoms. Seasonal influenza a and b virus epidemics are associated with significant morbidity and mortality each year in the united states and worldwide.
Symptoms were similar to those of seasonal influenza, although gastrointestinal symptoms vomiting and diarrhoea were more commonly reported than is usual. Englishfrench seasonal influenza is an acute viral disease of the respiratory tract transmitted via aerosols or contaminated surfaces from infected people. This can be used by clinicians working in any sector of. Phe seasonal influenza antiviral treatment guideline phedh. Type a influenza is a contagious viral infection that can have lifethreatening complications if left untreated. People can also get the flu by touching an object or surface containing flu viruses and then touching their mouth. Immunisation against infectious diseases the green book influenza chapter. Chapter 19, influenza, in immunisation against infectious disease the green book. Seasonal influenza viruses have rarely been detected from nonrespiratory sources such as stool or blood. The green book has the latest information on vaccines and vaccination procedures, for vaccine preventable.
The michigan department of health and human services mdhhs seasonal influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Phe guidance on use of antiviral agents for the treatment and prophylaxis of influenza v7. Seasonal flu influenza is an infection caused by a virus that can affect your nose, throat and lungs. There is usually a seasonal outbreak of flu influenza in the uk each winter. Three types of seasonal influenza viruses are recognised to cause human infection, namely a, b and c. The season occurs during the cold half of the year in each hemisphere. For periods in which influenza is reported to be circulating in the community, existing national institute for health and clinical excellence nice guidance recommends the use of antiviral treatment either oseltamivir or zanamivir only in atrisk populations as defined by the department of health in the green book. During this period, oseltamivir or zanamivir should be selected if an antiviral medication is used for the treatment and prophylaxis of influenza.
The preparation has been reported to reduce the duration of influenza symptoms by raising levels of cytokines. Change to the niac guidelines for treatment of anaphylaxis. The flu chapter of the green book has been updated to reflect the latest guidance from the joint committee on vaccination and. Seasonal influenza vaccination programme 20192020 hse. Apr 10, 2020 find information on coronavirus disease 2019 covid19. People tend to get it around the same time every year. Skip directly to site content skip directly to page options skip directly to az link. During the pandemic, there were fewer than 500 laboratory confirmed deaths from influenza ah1n1v in the. More information about clinical risk groups and vaccination can be found in the influenza green book chapter 19 and nice national institute for health and care excellence guidance. Influenza chapter of the green book can be found at. The flu chapter of the green book has been updated to reflect the latest guidance from the joint committee on vaccination and immunisation in readiness for the 2015 to 2016 influenza season.
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