Flu cases in Georgia have increased to “high” levels, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In the latest data for Week 50, ending on December 14th, Georgia was among 15 states showing “high” or “very high” influenza levels.

In Georgia, confirmed influenza outbreaks are required to be reported by law. Seven outbreaks were noted for Week 50 and 11 laboratory-confirmed outbreaks have occurred in the 2024-2025 season. Each year from October to mid-May, Georgia’s Department of Public Health tracks flu activity and shares the reports in the Georgia Weekly Influenza Report. They monitor influenza-like illness through volunteer providers as part of the CDC’s ILINet program.

While individual cases of influenza are not reported, flu activity is observed by checking the percentage of doctors’ visits for “influenza-like illness,” defined as fever over 100º F and cough and/or sore throat. An increase in these visits suggests active influenza in the area.