Michigan Has A Surprisingly Low Flu Rate Now...But Get Your Shot, It's Coming

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It's that time of year...flu season! Living in Michigan has been a blessing this year regarding the flu virus. According to WWMT.com our grace period will be ending soon.

"Professionals say several states in the Midwest are seeing cases of the flu and doctors say flu activity could be even higher in the coming weeks.
Illinois and Indiana reported to have moderate flu levels and Michigan has low flu activity."

The good news is the rate of flu cases in low in our area, but except those numbers to climb soon.

What you can do is get your flu shot to protect yourself and those you are near. It takes about 2 weeks for the vaccine to kick in, and then you have one less worry on your mind. In fact the CDC is reporting...

"the flu shot seems to be working well against the illness."

Where Can You Get A Flu Vaccination?

Your Doctors office
The Health Department
Most pharmacies (CVS. Rite-Aid, Walgreens, etc)
Travel Clinics
In some area's local schools offer the vaccine
Some employers offer the vaccine
Urgent Care
College Health Clinic

Symptoms Of The Flu Broken Down By Health.facty.com...

Fever
Muscle Pain
Fatigue
Cough
Breathing Difficulty
Sneezing
Loss Of Appetite
Headache
Ear Pain
Nasal Cogestion

The CDC.gov Recommends Who Should Get Vaccinated Against The Flu?

Everyone who is over 6 month old and up. In fact, some of us are more at risk at having complications and possible hospitalization due to the virus.

Pregnant Women
Children Younger then 5 Years Old
People 65 Year (young) And Older
People Who Have Asthma
People Who Have Diabetes
People Who Have Heart Disease
People Who are Around Others Who Are Going Through Cancer Treatment

The flu will hang around till May, so drink your fluids, stay warm and get your flu shot!

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