keyt : reported that Flu claims life of SLO County resident in his 30s

Public health officers say flu shots...SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif. - The San Luis Obispo County Public Health Department confirmed on Monday, the flu-related death of a resident in his 30s. Public health officials say the flu vaccine remains the best way to prevent infection, while frequent hand washing may help limit exposure. Public health officials said the 30-year-old, who was not identified, had "not received a flu vaccine, and had at least one underlying risk factor that predisposed him to severe disease." Public health officials also say it's not too late to get vaccinated. The San Luis Obispo Public Health Department also has the vaccine available by appointment for a fee, as well as vaccine for eligible children for free.

Muhlenberg County Schools Closed After Flu Outbreak

Ultimately, the board cancelled class for all Muhlenberg County Schools K through 12 on Monday and Tuesday. Thursday, the nurse called me and said that his throat was really, really red." Typically, Muhlenberg County Schools' attendance hovers around 94 percent. RelatedIn Muhlenberg County, the flu is spreading faster than some can ever remember"Not that I'm aware of. Muhlenberg County will make up the days at the end of the school year as if they were snow days.

Flu cases on the rise in Springfield-Greene County

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is reporting 822 flu cases, which is more than all of last year's entire flu season. According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are more than 30,000 reported flu cases across the United States. While there is an up-tick in flu cases right now, this season is not projected to be as bad as it was in the 2014-15 year, when there were more than 2,500 cases in the Springfield-Greene County area. Since the flu season can last until March or even April, she added, "It is not too late at this point. From Florida to Washington to right here in the middle the country, 40 states--including Missouri and Arkansas--now have widespread flu activity.



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