Employers’ 5-Step Plan for Handling the Worst Flu Season in 15 Years
The U.S. is currently facing the worst flu season since 2009, and employers can’t afford to ignore it . Beyond the personal toll, flu outbreaks wreak havoc on businesses through lost productivity and absenteeism – and they can even present legal risks . The good news? A few strategic moves can help keep your workforce healthy and your operations running smoothly. Here is your five-step plan for handling the 2025 flu storm. Quick Background The United States is currently experiencing its most severe flu season since the 2009 H1N1 flu pandemic . As of early February, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates there have been at least 29 million flu cases, at least 370,000 hospitalizations, and at least 16,000 deaths this flu season . This surge in flu-related hospitalizations has significantly strained healthcare systems nationwide, with certain regions, such as New York and California, reporting unprecedented levels of flu activity. Health officials attrib...