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Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Flu Cases 'Widespread,' Says Red Cross

Boston declared a public health emergency on Wednesday and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported 18 flu-related deaths so far this season.

The Red Cross says there's still time for folks to get flu shots and be covered from what is considered to be a more active flu season.  The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said flu outbreaks are high for this time of the season, with "widespread activity" in Massachusetts. Boston Mayor Tom Menino declared a public health emergency on Wednesday, boston.com reported, at the city has 700 confirmed cases of flu so far and four flu-related deaths. The state Department of Public Health reported 18 flu-related deaths so far this season. How do you prevent the flu? If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in and near Stoneham that offer the flu vaccine. According to the CDC, in addition to getting the vaccine, you can: How…

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The Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Stoneham

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Friday, December 14, 2012

The Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Stoneham

Here's where to 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, flu cases were lower in Massachusetts than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. (Stoneham-specific data is not available on Flu Trends.) Overall in Massachusetts, 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 and near Stoneham that offer the vaccine: 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—are reporting flu rates not normally seen until January, according to the Centers for Disease …

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CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens Store Stoneham, CVS Pharmacy (in Melrose Patch), and 3 more ›

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