Flu Reporting

Reporting of influenza is mandatory in California for all deaths under age 18, for outbreaks in congregate facilities, and for novel influenza strains.  Reporting of non-fatal cases in ages 18-64 is no longer requested as of 2018-19.

Flu Reporting Requirements 

• New 2020-21 Public Health Flu Bulletin
• CDPH Flu Reporting Requirements (revised 9/2020)
• Santa Cruz County Confidential Morbidity Report
• Specimen Collection Form for Novel Influenza Strains
• Vaccine Adverse Effect Reporting

Guidance for Providers 

• New! County of Santa Cruz Public Health Divison 2020-21 Flu Bulletin
• Health Officer Mandate for Healthcare Workers (9/2020) 
• Benefits of Flu Vaccine During COVID-19
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Flu Information
• Antivirals Usage Recommendations - CDC
  • 20-21 Flu Season Frequently Asked Questions
  • Flu Virus Testing Resources 
• Califonia Action Coalition's Don't Wait Vaccinate Campaign

Additional Resources

• CDC Vaccine Information Statements (VIS)
  • Inactive Influenza Vaccine 
  • Live Intranasal Influenza Vaccine 
• Screening Checklists

Date updated: 10/13/2020