Treating the Flu
There are prescription medicines called antiviral drugs that can be used to treat influenza illness. These medicines can help prevent serious flu complications (like pneumonia). For more information about antiviral drugs visit cdc.gov/flu/treatment/antiviral-drugs.
Prevent the Flu
The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.
High Risk Groups
High-Risk Groups for Flu
Most people who get the flu will have mild illness and will recover in less than two weeks. Some people with certain medical conditions (like heart or lung disease) or certain age groups (including children younger than 5 years and adults 65 years and older) are at high risk for developing flu-related complications (like pneumonia). Flu-related complications can be serious and lead to hospital stays or even death.
2021-2022 Weekly Surveillance Reports
Return to the South Carolina Influenza Activity and Surveillance page
Report Date Seasonal Flu Vaccination Trend DataUpdated: May 21, 2026 As part of statewide monitoring of the current flu season (2025-2026), DPH will provide flu vaccination numbers every other week beginning Jan. 14, 2026. The influenza vaccination remains one of the best ways to prevent hospitalization and death from the flu. Biweekly Flu Vaccination DataAs part of statewide monitoring of the current flu season (2023-2024), DPH will provide flu vaccination numbers every other Wednesday, beginning Jan. 4 The influenza vaccination remains one of the best ways to prevent hospitalization and death from the flu. Flu Vaccination by Age
Flu WatchWhat is Influenza (Flu) Surveillance?Each year, DPH and U.S. public health experts monitor influenza (flu) and other diseases. This activity is called disease surveillance. Flu surveillance allows DPH and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to see what impact flu is having on the health of residents. Learn more about how surveillance helps us. |
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