1936 — Influenza, international list #11, US Census Bureau, Mortality Statistics 1936–33,811

Compiled by Wayne Blanchard; last edit 11-26-2024 for upload to: http://www.usdeadlyevents.com/

–33,811  U.S. Bureau of the Census. Mortality Statistics 1936, Table I, p. 12.

Narrative Information

Influenza (CDC): “The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.” (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Influenza (Flu). “Key Facts About Influenza (Flu).” 10-3-2017 update.)

Sources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Influenza (Flu). “Key Facts About Influenza (Flu).” 10-3-2017 update. Accessed 6-17-2018 at: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/keyfacts.htm )

United States Bureau of the Census, Department of Commerce. Mortality Statistics 1936. Washington: United States Government Printing Office, 1938. Accessed 11-26-2024 at: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/vsushistorical/mortstatsh_1936.pdf