COVID-19 and influenza share a number of similarities but have key differences. Knowing how they differ will be the key to diagnosis this flu season. Get quizzed!
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and influenza are both contagious respiratory diseases that share many characteristics including symptoms and modes of transmission, but there are still key differences between them. Differentiating between them this year is more important than ever, for selecting testing, treatment, guidance on quarantine and precautions, and more.
Find out what you've learned since last year at this time.
No Rx Required for COVID-19 Vaccination But ACIP Calls for Better Informed Consent Process
September 22nd 2025The ACIP on September 19 narrowly voted against requiring a prescription to get the shot but urged more detailed discussion of vaccine risks during shared decision making conversations.