What's Going Around in Baltimore?
Health data for the Baltimore, Maryland area — April 2026
Here's what respiratory illnesses and infectious diseases look like near Baltimore, Maryland, based on the latest CDC surveillance data for Maryland. Tap any topic for detailed state-level trends, charts, and forecasts.
2.1% ILI
→ Stable in Maryland
1.7 per 100K
↓ Declining in Maryland
1.2 per 100K
↓ Declining in Maryland
0 cases in Maryland
96.4% in Maryland
CDC Recommendations at This Level
Flu is circulating — take everyday precautions
- • Wash hands frequently, especially before eating and after public spaces
- • Stay home if you develop fever, cough, or body aches — you're most contagious in the first 3-4 days
- • The CDC recommends getting a flu shot if you haven't yet — it's not too late
- • Consider a mask in crowded indoor spaces if you're high-risk or caring for someone who is
This is general public health guidance based on CDC recommendations — not personal medical advice. Talk to your healthcare provider about what's right for you and your family.
Baltimore Community Health Snapshot
2022 dataCity-specific chronic disease and prevention statistics from the CDC PLACES program , which provides local health estimates for communities across the US.
Chronic Conditions
Mental Health
Health Behaviors
Prevention & Access
Source: CDC PLACES: Local Data for Better Health, 2024 release. Age-adjusted prevalence estimates. Learn more
About this data: Infectious disease surveillance (flu, COVID, RSV, measles) is reported at the state level. This page uses Maryland data as the best available indicator for the Baltimore area. The health snapshot above shows Baltimore-specific estimates from CDC PLACES (2022 data).
See the full Maryland health dashboard for more detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What illnesses are going around in Baltimore, Maryland right now?
Based on Maryland state surveillance data (which covers Baltimore), flu activity is moderate, RSV is moderate, COVID-19 is moderate, and Maryland has reported 0 measles cases in 2026. Click any topic above for detailed trends and charts.
Is the flu bad in Baltimore right now?
Flu activity in Maryland (which includes Baltimore) is currently moderate with 2.1% ILI. Activity appears stable. See the Maryland flu page for weekly trend charts.
What are the biggest health issues in Baltimore?
According to the CDC PLACES dataset (2022 data), Baltimore residents face these key health challenges: Sleep Deprived (41.6%), High BP (39.6%), Obesity (38.6%). The community health snapshot on this page shows 18 health measures specific to Baltimore.
Does Baltimore have its own health data, or is this state-level?
This page combines two types of CDC data. The infectious disease section (flu, COVID, RSV, measles) shows Maryland state-level surveillance, which is the most reliable available indicator for the Baltimore area. The Community Health Snapshot below shows Baltimore-specific chronic disease and prevention data from the CDC PLACES program, which provides city-level estimates for all 50 states. State infectious disease data reflects overall trends that apply to communities within the state, including Baltimore.
Local Health Signal is not affiliated with the CDC or any government agency. Data is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended for clinical decision making. See our methods page for details on data sources and limitations.