Flu epidemic is over
New influenza cases fell below the threshold in April for the first time this season.
Reports of new influenza cases have fallen below the national epidemic threshold for the first time. This is reported by the Federal Office of Public Health (BAG).
The threshold, which is determined each year, is 70 reports per 100,000 residents for this year's season.
The value was exceeded for the first time this season in January. In February, the wave peaked at 440 reports per 100,000 inhabitants.
This year, the wave was particularly severe: In the cantons of Graubünden and Ticino, almost 900 flu-related physician consultations per 100,000 inhabitants were reported at times. In addition, for eleven weeks, the wave led to higher mortality among the over-65s than is usual in winter.
Those who want to protect themselves against the next flu season can do so, for example, at the national flu vaccination day do on November 6, 2015. Many doctors' offices will then offer flu vaccination without registration at a flat rate. The list of participating practices will be posted in the fall.
