The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) notes that flu activity is currently widespread in Virginia. During the week ending January 5, VDH investigated a flu outbreak at an assisted living facility (ALF).

As a reminder, ALFs have an obligation to report outbreaks of the flu and other diseases to help epidemiologists monitor and track the spread of disease.

Additional Resources

• VDH Influenza Surveillance Webpage
• Regulations for Disease Reporting and Control
• VDH Fact Sheet on Outbreak Reporting Requirements
• Virginia Reportable Disease List (November 2018)