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Friday, January 11, 2013

Sharon Health Dept. Offers Flu Prevention Tips

While the department has exhausted its supply of flu shots, residents can still get them at nearby pharmacies.

The Sharon Department of Health this week issued a handful of tips for residents in town to help prevention flu infection during a season that has seen more cases than in recent years. The American Red Cross has even stated that flu cases are currently widespread. Although Sharon officials held three flu clinics this past fall, the Sharon Health Department has exhausted its supply of flu vaccine. However, the vaccine is available at retail pharmacies in the area. For residents still looking for ways to help prevnt spreading the flu virus this year, the Massachsuetts Department of Public Health has provided an informational website to residents with tips and information on surviving the flu season. Meanwhile, Sharon Health Director Sheila …

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