Thursday, December 27, 2012

NC Health Director Declares Recent Flu Activity at Highest Levels Recorded in the Past Decade, 12 Deaths

December 26, 2012
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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services encourages all North Carolinians to take time out of their holiday activities to get their annual flu vaccination.  

According to State Health Director Laura Gerald, flu activity across the state is at the highest levels recorded in the past decade. Twelve flu-related deaths already have been reported in our state.

“It is very unusual for us to see this many deaths so early in the flu season,” Dr. Gerald said. “This year’s vaccine is well-matched to the strains of flu we are seeing in North Carolina so we strongly recommend that anyone over 6 months old be vaccinated.” 

Continued: http://www.hcpress.com/news/nc-health-director-declares-recent-flu-activity-at-highest-levels-recorded-in-the-past-decade-12-deaths.html

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