Stories, both local and national, and are continuing to emerge about the growing flu epidemic. Rates in Texas, which had been one of the early states identified as a problem, are continuing to rise and exceed those seen in recent years. Initial concerns were about protecting children, but now concerns are growing about a round 2 for this flu season. To find where you can get a flu shot still, see the resource link at the bottom of this article.
(Video: KTRK 13 News)
RELATED STORIES:
- Nasty Strain of Flu Grips Houston Early (Chron.com)
- Houston-Area ERs See Heavy Volume of Flu Patients (KUHF Public Radio)
- Baylor College of Medicine Experts Address Common Flu Myths (KHOU 11 News)
- Influenza Virus More Potent and Reaching Texas Sooner (KRIV 26 News)
- Flu Widespread, Leading a Range of Winter’s Ills (New York Times)
- 700 Cases of Flu Prompt Boston to Declare Emergency (USA Today)
- Protecting Yourself in Cold & Flu Season (HOUmanitarian)
- There’s Still Time to Get a Flu Shot (Chron.com)
RESOURCE LINK: WHERE TO GET A FLU SHOT
