The Dual Threat of Influenza and COVID-19: Tracking Respiratory Virus Trends in California with the CDPH Respiratory Virus Dashboard and CDC’s COVID Data Tracker

The CDPH Respiratory Virus Dashboard offers valuable insights into the weekly deaths and test positivity rates of both influenza and COVID-19 in California. The dashboard focuses on state-level data to provide a clear overview of respiratory virus trends in the state. While hospitalization data is no longer included on the CDPH dashboard, CDPH remains committed to monitoring severe outcomes of COVID-19 and influenza, including their impact on hospitals.

Healthcare facilities are encouraged to continue reporting data to the CDC’s National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) to track respiratory viruses in California. By doing so, they can contribute to monitoring and analyzing trends in respiratory virus activity within the state.

In addition to the data provided on the CDPH Respiratory Virus Dashboard, the CDC’s COVID Data Tracker offers comprehensive resources and information for tracking the spread of COVID-19 across the United States. This dashboard provides up-to-date information on cases, deaths, and testing nationwide, allowing for a comprehensive view of the impact of the virus across the country.

By utilizing these resources, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the general public can stay informed about respiratory virus trends and make informed decisions to prevent their spread in California and beyond.