What's Going Around in Elizabeth?
Health data for the Elizabeth, New Jersey area — April 2026
Here's what respiratory illnesses and infectious diseases look like near Elizabeth, New Jersey, based on the latest CDC surveillance data for New Jersey. Tap any topic for detailed state-level trends, charts, and forecasts.
4.6% ILI
↘ Likely Declining in New Jersey
3.2 per 100K
↓ Declining in New Jersey
1.9 per 100K
→ Stable in New Jersey
0 cases in New Jersey
92.8% in New Jersey
CDC Recommendations at This Level
Flu activity is elevated — take extra precautions
- • Avoid crowded indoor spaces when possible, or wear a mask
- • If you get sick, call your doctor within 48 hours — antiviral treatment (Tamiflu) works best when started early
- • Keep sick family members separated from vulnerable household members (elderly, young children, pregnant, immunocompromised)
- • Clean frequently touched surfaces daily (doorknobs, phones, light switches)
- • Make sure your flu vaccine is current — it's still the best protection
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.
Elizabeth 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 New Jersey data as the best available indicator for the Elizabeth area. The health snapshot above shows Elizabeth-specific estimates from CDC PLACES (2022 data).
See the full New Jersey health dashboard for more detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What illnesses are going around in Elizabeth, New Jersey right now?
Based on New Jersey state surveillance data (which covers Elizabeth), flu activity is high, RSV is high, COVID-19 is moderate, and New Jersey has reported 0 measles cases in 2026. Click any topic above for detailed trends and charts.
Is the flu bad in Elizabeth right now?
Flu activity in New Jersey (which includes Elizabeth) is currently high with 4.6% ILI. The trend is declining, which is good news. See the New Jersey flu page for weekly trend charts.
What are the biggest health issues in Elizabeth?
According to the CDC PLACES dataset (2022 data), Elizabeth residents face these key health challenges: Sleep Deprived (43.4%), Inactive (35.5%), High Cholesterol (34.8%). The community health snapshot on this page shows 18 health measures specific to Elizabeth.
Does Elizabeth 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 New Jersey state-level surveillance, which is the most reliable available indicator for the Elizabeth area. The Community Health Snapshot below shows Elizabeth-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 Elizabeth.
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.