This report includes data on both influenza and COVID for Week 43. Jefferson County Health Department (JCHD) monitors influenza and other respiratory pathogens, including COVID-19, throughout Jefferson County, Missouri. JCHD conducts influenza surveillance using passive surveillance and syndromic surveillance. Although influenza illness can occur year-round, the seasonal influenza reporting begins on the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Week 40 of a given year and continues through MMWR Week 20 of the following calendar year. All data and information are conditional and may change as more reports are received.
COVID19 Data Dashboard: COVID-19 Data — Jefferson County Health Department (jeffcohealth.org)
Week 43 Respiratory Report: 2022_Week43_JCHDRespiratoryReport.pdf (squarespace.com)
Influenza Summary:
In the third week of this respiratory season, we are reporting 37 additional flu cases for a season total of 63 cases. We are beginning to see an increase in type A cases compared to type B. There are no flu deaths reported this season. Flu vaccination is the best way to prevent the spread of flu. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get an annual flu vaccine especially those at a higher risk of serious complications.
COVID-19 Summary:
In the third week of respiratory season, we are reporting 242 new COVID cases for a season total of 863. There are no COVID deaths to report for week 43, so the season total remains at 5 COVID deaths.
Currently, Jefferson County, MO is in the MEDIUM COMMUNITY LEVEL (yellow). Recommended actions based on current level: Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines. Get tested if you have symptoms. Wear a mask if you have symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19. Wear a mask on public transportation. You may choose to wear a mask at any time as an additional precaution to protect yourself and others. If you are at high risk for severe illness, consider wearing a mask indoors in public and taking additional precautions.