OSCOUR National Newsletter, April 4–10, 2016

Summary

  • The number of visits and hospitalizations is declining sharply among children under 15, while it remains stable or is declining slightly among adults.

  • Visits and hospitalizations for influenza/flu-like illness are down sharply across all age groups (a 50% decrease in visits and a 40% decrease in hospitalizations) and in all regions.

  • Visits for asthma are rising moderately among adults aged 15–74 and children aged 2–14, within expected ranges, in line with the circulation of pollen allergens.

  • Healthcare utilization for other winter indicators is down significantly.

Publishing year: 13

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