Flu season ongoing and flu shots are available
The flu has been going around. You probably know someone who’s had it, if you haven’t had it yourself. Today, we have Family Nurse Jillian Strayham from Singing…
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Flu season threatens even larger blood shortage
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expecting a severe flu season this year and that could have a negative impact on the nation’s already struggling blood supply.…
CDC warns of robust flu season
Medical experts are advising South Mississippians to get their flu vaccines as early as October as this year’s flu season may see a sharp rise in cases over last year.…
What to know about 2020 Flu Season
Are you experiencing a cough, runny nose, loss of smell or taste? Could it be the flu or COVID-19? Flu season is expected to spike in November and medical experts say it could be unlike any other because of COVID-19.…
"Our hearts are broken." Mobile 4-year-old dies from flu complications, family says
MOBILE, Ala. (WXXV) — A preschooler is dead after suffering complications from the flu, according to the child’s family. Anna Kate Wilkerson's father says that he believes his 4-year-old passed away Saturday due to complications from influenza Type A, but…
Flu season hitting the Coast hard
It is flu season and doctors tell News 25 the infection has hit the Coast hard. Steve Demetropoulos, a physician with Singing River Health System, says they have seen an uptick in people come in for the flu so far.…
Flu Season safety
Flu season is upon us and that means folks will be headed to get their flu shot. For those suffering from the fear of needles, getting the flu shot could be very difficult. That’s why physicians suggest these tips before…
Mom to Mom: Flu Season
Today on Mom to Mom, it’s flu season. We’re talking about flu shots.
Health Officials Say Flu is Bigger Risk Than Ebola
The State Epidemiologist says Mississippi hospitals are set to handle any cases of Ebola should they appear, but health officials say the public should be more focused on their risk for the flu, which kills about 36,000 people each year.
Health Officials Confirm First Flu Case of 2014-2015 Season
Call your county Health Department Clinic for flu vaccine availability.
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