In response to the global outbreak of influenza A (H5N1) in birds and recent infections in dairy cattle and humans in the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CPDH) are encouraging enhanced surveillance and continued testing for influenza this summer. Testing for influenza and subtyping all influenza A positives over the summer is key to maintaining visibility of the influenza A subtypes circulating in the community. Providers are also reminded regarding antiviral treatment and prophylaxis recommendations (CDC guidance regarding antiviral treatment and prophylaxis) in the event of suspected influenza A (H5N1) human cases and exposures; these recommendations should be implemented in consultation with local public health departments.
Please see the full CDPH Health Update here:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/CAHAN/Influenza-A-Testing-Guidance-Enhanced-Surveillance-During-the-Summer-Months.aspx
