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Influenza

N J Cox1, K Fukuda

  • 1Influenza Branch, National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

Infectious Disease Clinics of North America
|March 12, 1998
PubMed
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Influenza viruses cause annual epidemics and global pandemics, leading to widespread respiratory illness, hospitalizations, and economic disruption. Global monitoring and prevention efforts are crucial for managing this reemerging disease.

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Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Influenza viruses cause recurrent epidemics and global pandemics with acute febrile respiratory disease.
  • These outbreaks affect all age groups, leading to increased hospitalizations and mortality.
  • Influenza pandemics disrupt essential services through high absenteeism, causing significant economic losses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the significant medical and societal impact of influenza epidemics and pandemics.
  • To emphasize the need for robust global surveillance of influenza viruses.
  • To underscore the importance of prevention strategies for this emerging and reemerging disease.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a review of the impact of influenza.
  • It synthesizes information on the epidemiology and public health consequences of influenza.

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  • It discusses the justification for global monitoring and prevention.

    • Main Results:

    • Influenza causes annual epidemics and less frequent but severe pandemics.
    • Disease outbreaks result in increased morbidity, mortality, and economic losses.
    • High absenteeism during pandemics disrupts societal functions.

    Conclusions:

    • The recurrent nature and global impact of influenza necessitate continuous monitoring.
    • Strenuous efforts are required for the prevention of influenza epidemics and pandemics.
    • Understanding the medical and economic burden justifies proactive public health interventions.