What's Going Around in Huntsville?
Health data for the Huntsville, Alabama area — April 2026
Here's what respiratory illnesses and infectious diseases look like near Huntsville, Alabama, based on the latest CDC surveillance data for Alabama. Tap any topic for detailed state-level trends, charts, and forecasts.
2.4% ILI
↓ Declining in Alabama
0.6 per 100K
↓ Declining in Alabama
1.4 per 100K
↘ Likely Declining in Alabama
0 cases in Alabama
95.2% in Alabama
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.
Huntsville 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 Alabama data as the best available indicator for the Huntsville area. The health snapshot above shows Huntsville-specific estimates from CDC PLACES (2022 data).
See the full Alabama health dashboard for more detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What illnesses are going around in Huntsville, Alabama right now?
Based on Alabama state surveillance data (which covers Huntsville), flu activity is moderate, RSV is low, COVID-19 is moderate, and Alabama has reported 0 measles cases in 2026. Click any topic above for detailed trends and charts.
Is the flu bad in Huntsville right now?
Flu activity in Alabama (which includes Huntsville) is currently moderate with 2.4% ILI. The trend is declining, which is good news. See the Alabama flu page for weekly trend charts.
What are the biggest health issues in Huntsville?
According to the CDC PLACES dataset (2022 data), Huntsville residents face these key health challenges: Obesity (41.7%), Sleep Deprived (40%), High BP (37.8%). The community health snapshot on this page shows 18 health measures specific to Huntsville.
Does Huntsville 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 Alabama state-level surveillance, which is the most reliable available indicator for the Huntsville area. The Community Health Snapshot below shows Huntsville-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 Huntsville.
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.