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Flu Vaccine

Friday, December 14, 2012

CDC Says the Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Palos

Here's a reminder for where you can get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick.

Flu season is coming early in parts of the United States: This time last year, flucases were lower in Chicago than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. (Palos-specific data is not available on Flu Trends.) Overall in Illinois, activity is considered high now, while it was considered moderate at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends. If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in the Palos area that offer the vaccine (besides your own doctor, of course): Osco Drug Dominicks Pharmacy Walgreens Walgreens Osco Drug More locations According to this week's CDC Flu activity report, influenza levels are on the increase across the country.  Five states – Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee – …

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Get a Flu Shot in Palos

Flu season typically begins in October and can run through May. Find out what you need to know to protect yourself and your family.

Do you know where to get a flu shot? There are more than six places you can get a flu shot in the Palos including, Jewel Osco and Walgreens locations, as well as from your doctor. But, are you guaranteed to get the flu if you don’t get vaccinated against it? Of course not—but here’s why getting a flu vaccine just might be worth your while. Influenza, or the "flu,” is a contagious respiratory illness caused by viruses infecting the nose, throat and lungs. Symptoms include muscle or body aches, headaches, cough, sore throat, fatigue, fever or chills, and vomiting and diarrhea (the latter two are more common in kids). The flu can also worsen chronic medical conditions or cause death. Unfortunately, flu viruses can spread easily via infected …

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