The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported two previous human infections with novel influenza A viruses.
One infection with an influenza A(H1N1) variant (A(H1N1)v) virus was reported by North Dakota that occurred during the 2020-21 influenza season.
And one infection with influenza (A(H3N2)v) virus was reported by Ohio that occurred during the current 2021-22 influenza season.
Both patients are younger than 18 years of age, were not hospitalized, and have recovered or are recovering from their illness.
Novel Influenza A Virus Confirmed in the U.S.
Novel Influenza A Virus Confirmed in the U.S.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported two previous human infections with novel influenza A viruses.
One infection with an influenza A(H1N1) variant (A(H1N1)v) virus was reported by North Dakota that occurred during the 2020-21 influenza season.
And one infection with influenza (A(H3N2)v) virus was reported by Ohio that occurred during the current 2021-22 influenza season.
Both patients are younger than 18 years of age, were not hospitalized, and have recovered or are recovering from their illness.
Will Four COVID-19 Vaccinations Become Required?
The number of vaccinations required to be classified as ‘fully vaccinated’ in the U.S. could be increasing.
According to comments by leaders at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a new definition is being debated. These conversations are focused on the recent authorization for third and fourth COVID-19 vaccinations for certain people.