Protect Yourself From COVID-19, Flu and RSV

It is common to get sick from respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, Influenza (Flu) and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), especially in the fall and winter. There are actions you can take to protect yourself and others. Learn about whether you’re more likely to get seriously ill, how to prevent these viruses, and if these viruses are spreading in your community. To learn more, view this short video about vaccination against these illnesses.

Respiratory Disease Dashboard

This new Respiratory Dashboard is being provided to inform the public about the activity of respiratory diseases including COVID-19, flu (influenza), and RSV, in South Carolina. Data will be updated every Wednesday. 

While these viruses commonly circulate during the fall and winter seasons, DPH encourages everyone to observe good infection control practices year-round, like regular handwashing, staying home when sick and covering your cough. In addition, be sure to keep up to date on all vaccines to further reduce the risk of infection. 

Quick links to disease-specific information

South Carolina Department of Public Health Surveillance Reports

  • Flu Watch – Data, Reports, Maps
  • Respiratory Disease Watch
    • NOTE: Beginning on February 19th, the Respiratory Disease Watch Report has been replaced with the Respiratory Disease Dashboard. The dashboard will be updated every Wednesday to follow the same schedule of the previous Respiratory Disease Watch report. 

Additional resources for COVID-19, Flu and RSV

Respiratory Outbreak Guidelines

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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