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Saturday, December 15, 2012

CDC Says Flu Season is Here: Prince William Rates Increasing

Flu activity in Virginia is already high, according to Google's Flu Trends.

Flu season is coming early in parts of the United States: At this time last year, flu cases were much lower in Northern Virginia than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. Overall in Virginia, activity is considered high and heading quickly toward an "intense" rating. Activity is similar in DC. It was considered moderate at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends. Flu activity is strongest in the South and southeastern United States, according to a recent release from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  The CDC also offers this information and tips about avoiding influenza this winter: See also: 

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Flu Season Off to Early, Strong Start and Flu Season Arrives: Where to get a Flu Shot in Alexandria (in West End Alexandria Patch)

Where to get a Flu Shot in Prince William County

Local flu rates are already high, according to Google trends. Here's where to get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick.

According to this week's CDC Flu activity report, influenza levels are on the increase across the country. In Northern Virginia, flu levels are already high.  If you're considering getting the vaccine, all CVS/Pharmacy locations offer vaccines, as do many Safeway stores and other grocers that have a pharmacy. Look up where to get a flu shot in Eastern Prince William County here. For more on the flu, see: CDC Says Flu Season is Here: Local Rates Increasing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers the following information:

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CDC Says Flu Season is Here: Northern Virginia Rates Increasing (in Del Ray Patch)

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