Influenza
- Since Oct.
2, Mesa County has had three reported influenza hospitalizations. Of these,
cases ranged in age from 46-70 years, and all were female. - No deaths
due to influenza have been reported so far this season in Mesa County. - Data from
Primary Care Partners show an increase in the percentage of clinic visits for
influenza-like illness for the week ending Dec. 17, compared to the same period
last year (three times higher this year compared to last year). - Data from
St. Mary’s Hospital, Community Hospital and Colorado Canyons Hospital show that
a small percentage of visits to emergency departments were for influenza-like
illness for the week ending Dec. 17. - As of Dec. 10,
there were 109 reported influenza hospitalizations reported in Colorado. - Click here
for a summary of influenza activity in Colorado. - Flu season
typically runs from October through May, so it’s not too late to get immunized. - Call (970)
248-6900 to make a flu shot appointment at the Mesa County Health Department
Public Health Clinic or contact your local health care provider.