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Friday, January 11, 2013

Northborough Schedules Additional Flu Clinic

The CDC has stated this could be the worst flu season in ten years.

This week, Health Agent Jamie Terry issued this notice to the town: The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) is stating that this could be the worst flu season in ten years.  At this time the public is being guided to assure all family members receive the flu vaccine, encouraging hand washing and assuring that persons stay home when they are sick.  The Northborough Health Department has scheduled an additional flu clinic for Jan. 15 from 3-5 p.m. at the Northborough Town Hall located at 63 Main St. The Health Deparment is not registering persons for the clinic; it will be on a first come first serve basis. However, it would be most helpful if persons who intend on coming please contact the Health Department so we can plan appropriately for …

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Flu Cases 'Widespread,' Says Red Cross

Outbreaks are earlier than normal in the area.

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The Red Cross said there's still time for folks to get flu shots and be covered from what is considered to be a more active flu season. Here are some local options. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said flu outbreaks are high for this time of the season, with "widespread activity" in Massachusetts. How do you prevent the flu? According to the CDC, in addition to getting the vaccine, you can: How do you know if you have the virus? Symptoms include: high fever, severe body aches, headache, being extremely tired, sore throat, cough, runny or stuffy nose, and vomiting and/or diarrhea (which is more common in children). When should you call the doctor? According to the Red Cross, if you think you have the flu, your doctor should be …

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CDC Says the Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Milford (in Milford Patch)

Myd Nevins

4:27 pm on Tuesday, January 8, 2013

The flu shot has always been quick and painless for me and best of all... free.   more ›

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