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Age-adjusted death rate due to influenza and pneumonia

Current Value

5.88

2022

Definition

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Story Behind the Curve

Influenza and pneumonia are a leading cause of death in the US. The two diseases are traditionally reported together because pneumonia is frequently a complication of influenza. Influenza is a contagious disease caused by a virus. The number of influenza deaths can fluctuage considerably from one year to the next as influenza can be caused by more virulent virus strains in some years than others as the viruses constantly mutate. Pneumonia is a serious infection of the lungs that develops when the immune system is weakened. It is mainly caused by bacteria, viruses and mycoplasmas. Typically there are more deaths from pneumonia than from influenza. 

This indicator shows the age-adjusted death rate per 100,000 population due to influenza and pneumonia.

Partners

Utah Department of Health, Logan Regional Hospital, Cache Valley Hospital, Bear River Valley Hospital, Brigham Hospital.

What Works

Influenza vaccination is suggested for all individuals six months and older but influenza and pneumonia vaccination are especially recommended for persons at risk; including the elderly, the very young, and the immunocompromised. 

Strategy

Clear Impact Suite is an easy-to-use, web-based software platform that helps your staff collaborate with external stakeholders and community partners by utilizing the combination of data collection, performance reporting, and program planning.

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