Flu Near You 2 1.0

Developed through the collaboration of epidemiologists at Harvard, Boston Children's Hospital, and The Skoll Global Threats Fund, Flu Near You is a public health initiative that relies on voluntary participation from individuals. Participants are encouraged to take a few seconds each week to report their health status, specifically regarding any influenza-like symptoms affecting themselves or their family members.

The initiative aggregates thousands of submissions to create detailed maps that illustrate local and national trends in influenza-like illness. This real-time, anonymous data provides invaluable insights for public health officials and researchers, potentially aiding efforts to prevent future pandemics.

By participating in this program, individuals contribute to a broader understanding of health trends, allowing for better preventative measures against disease for themselves and their communities.