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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Where to Get a Flu Shot in Sharon

Flu season typically begins in October and can run through May. Find out what you need to know to protect yourself and your family.

If you haven't yet had the chance to get a flu shot this season, fear not. There is still plenty of time.  Residents could also contact their doctors to obtain a flu shot, or visit Rite Aid in Sharon. To find other places to get a flu shot locally, check out: But, are you guaranteed to get the flu if you don’t get vaccinated against it? Of course not—but here’s why getting a flu vaccine just might be worth your while. Influenza, or the "flu,” is a contagious respiratory illness caused by viruses infecting the nose, throat and lungs. Symptoms include muscle or body aches, headaches, cough, sore throat, fatigue, fever or chills, and vomiting and diarrhea (the latter two are more common in kids). The flu can also worsen chronic medical …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, Jan. 19

Get a flu shot tonight.

"Five Things You Need To Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. 1. Get a flu shot The Sharon Health Department holds a flu clinic at 5:30 p.m. in the Sharon Town Offices. 2. Hear a former Israeli national boxing champion Former Israeli National Boxing Champion Yossi Katz will speak at 7 p.m. at Temple Israel of Sharon. 3. Attend the Sharon Conservation Commission meeting The Sharon Conservation Commission meets at 7:45 p.m. at the Sharon Community Center. The agenda includes a discussion of a proposed Eagle Scout project at Mann's Pond. 4. Learn about identity theft "The Law, Your Money and You" co-hosts Roberta Saphire and Camille Barron present "Live at the Library: What You …

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Five Things You Need To Know Today, Dec. 1

Get a flu shot.

"Five Things You Need To Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. 1. Get a flu shot The Sharon Health Department will hold a makeup flu clinic from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the health department office, first floor, Sharon Town Offices. There will be injectable flu vaccine for ages 5 and up, and Flumist for ages 5 to 49 without long-term health conditions. See www.townofsharon.net for information on who is not eligible for Flumist. 2. Attend a concert Multi-instrumentalist Kathy Earabino will perform at 2:30 p.m. at EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Sharon, 259 Norwood St. Space is limited, so reservations are requested. Call 781-784-6781 for more information. 3. Attend the Sharon Capital Outlay …

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