In the same week of 2020, 13,434 people tested positive for type A influenza, 89,460% more than in 2021.
There is an influenza division of the CDC whose responsibility it is to keep track of influenza activity year round. This group compiles and analyzes known cases in order to help states and local governments respond accordingly. Figures can change and counts can be adjusted as new information is learned from each patient.
Test results for the past 10 weeks
| Week Ending | Total Tested | Total Type A Positive | Total Type A Infected % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2021 | 52,259 | 39 | 0.1 |
| 01/09/2021 | 59,177 | 34 | 0.1 |
| 01/16/2021 | 54,406 | 24 | less than 0.1 |
| 01/23/2021 | 49,894 | 24 | less than 0.1 |
| 01/30/2021 | 43,651 | 15 | less than 0.1 |
| 02/06/2021 | 50,246 | 24 | less than 0.1 |
| 02/13/2021 | 48,290 | 10 | less than 0.1 |
| 02/20/2021 | 43,272 | 20 | less than 0.1 |
| 02/27/2021 | 49,705 | 19 | less than 0.1 |
| 03/06/2021 | 43,709 | 15 | less than 0.1 |
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