1947 – Influenza, infectious and parasitic diseases code 33           –7,664

Compiled by Wayne Blanchard Oct 20, 2023 for upload to: http://www.usdeadlyevents.com/

–7,664  Public Health Service. Vital Statistics…[US] 1947, Part II…Mortality Data…, p. 444.

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 )

Public Health Service, Federal Security Agency. Vital Statistics of the United States 1947. Part II, Natality and Mortality Data for the United States Tabulated by Place of Residence.  Washington, DC: US Government Printing Office, 1949. Accessed 10-20-2023 at:

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/vsus/VSUS_1947_2.pdf