What CDC Does

CDC works to improve global control and prevention of seasonal and novel influenza, including avian influenza viruses, and works to improve influenza pandemic preparedness and response.

Protect Against Flu Illness and Severe Disease

Take Action to Protect Against Flu Illness

Analyze Influenza Viruses and Illness

Influenza antiviral drugs can be used to treat influenza infections.

Prepare for a Potential Flu Pandemic

More Information

Interim Guidance on Testing, Specimen Collection, and Processing for Patients with Suspected Infection with Novel Influenza A Viruses with the Potential to Cause Severe Disease in Humans
Pandemic Influenza
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Research
Glossary of Influenza (Flu) Terms