Influential news ; February 2014

Partners Respond to Local Influenza Outbreaks

In response to recent influenza outbreaks, NIVDP partners across the country are working tirelessly to raise awareness about the benefits of the flu vaccine and facilitate access to flu vaccinations. During the 2013-2014 season the CDC reported widespread flu activity in several NIVDP key target markets. This includes:

• Oklahoma, where the Cherokee Nation Health Services is leading an unprecedented push to reach all of its citizens and employees statewide

• The Central Valley in Fresno, California where the Mexican Consulate in Fresno reached out to young adults to increase their protection against the outbreaks

• The metro Atlanta area where the Coalition for the Peoples’ Agenda launched special efforts to reach underserved African immigrant communities

Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection

United States