Open Data Insight of the Day

People shed viruses in urine and feces, which means wastewater can provide early signals of infection trends in the community. This monitoring helps detect changes in virus circulation even when clinical testing decreases. It is a tool that supports public health preparedness by offering a broader view of respiratory virus activity.

The most recent measurements show Influenza A at 22,360 gene copies per liter, Influenza B was not detected, and RSV at 10,440 gene copies per liter. Compared to the past 30 days, Influenza A levels are elevated and stable, while RSV shows a declining trend. Year-to-date, Influenza A is at a medium level relative to its historical peak, and RSV is at a low level. These measurements reflect virus presence in wastewater and do not indicate disease severity.

Table 1 summarizes the combined viral activity over the last seven days, providing a snapshot of current conditions. Table 2 shows the annual historical peak concentrations for each virus, offering long-term context. This helps show whether current levels are unusual compared to typical seasonal patterns.

RSV, or Respiratory Syncytial Virus, is a common cause of respiratory infections. Influenza A and Influenza B are viruses that cause seasonal flu. RNA is a molecule that carries genetic instructions. PCR is a laboratory method used to detect and measure genetic material like viral RNA.