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Rules

• 1) Misinformation There is a zero-tolerance policy in this sub for misinformation of any kind.

• 2) Civil Discourse Personal attacks are not tolerated for any reason. Disagreements are bound to occur, but this does not mean discussion should become combative in nature.

• 3) Citing Sources Discussion is encouraged to be very high-level and technical for all things influenza. This could include vaccination, disease pathogenesis, epidemiology, pandemic potential, seasonal updates, and more. Sources must be provided!

• 4) Linked posts should include primary data sources Link posts should utilize primary data sources wherever possible. This is also extended to dedicated health organizations, such as the CDC and WHO which will frequently have references at the bottom. Properly sourced articles will also be accepted. Science journalism itself should be viewed critically, and unsourced articles or op-eds are potentially subject to removal. Usually they reference primary literature and it is preferred that those sources be the link with other relevant sources being fleshed out in the comments with appropriate commentary.

• 5) Link posts now require a comment as a platform for discussion. The only exceptions are for surveillance updates or papers and text posts. This can be a summary of the article/findings, why the results or discussion is important, or other substance directly relating to the linked information. Rule 5 is meant to dissuade 'hit-and-run' linking and turn it into something more amenable to discussion.

• 6) Text posts must include Title and relevant Text When making a Text post, include a statement relevant to the title. If citing linked material, include the link with the text. No title only Text posts will be accepted.

• 7) Personal Information To safeguard against falling prey to the unscrupulous, please refrain from disclosing personal information.

Useful Links

• Weekly FluView Reports - CDC

• WHO Influenza Updates

• Influenza Observations and Forecast - Columbia University

• Global Infectious Disease Tracking - ProMED-mail

• FluTrackers Discussion Board

• Infectious Disease News - CIDRAP

• Community Influenza Tracking - FluNearYou

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