Extended 15 Day Flu Forecast

Flu risk prediction for your area.

Very Low

Very High

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Monday, December 23

Flu Strain Information

Based on confirmed cases in New Mexico.

STRAIN A

Influenza Type A

Includes the two most common subtypes of flu, H1N1 (swine flu), and H3N2 and is more likely to cause widespread outbreaks.

STRAIN B

Influenza Type B

Typically accounts for about 26% of seasonal flu illnesses and is similar in severity to Type A. Type B is very contagious, but only affects humans, not animals.

Sources: Infectious Diseases Society of America, CDC

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New Mexico CDC Flu Report

Historical flu cases reported by the CDC.

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