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Flu
Flu cases in Georgia breaking records not seen in more than a decade, CDC director says
Flu
Doctors urging everyone to get their flu shot approaching flu season
Like last year, the Duval County Medical Society Foundation is spreading the word about the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu.
Flu
#FluVaxJax initiative urges importance of getting your flu shot
"If we start to fill the hospitals up with flu patients as well, we could get right back to having a crisis," Dr. Sunil Joshi said of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outreach
Why don't we wear masks every cold and flu season?
It's been a milder than usual flu season and some believe masks are playing a role.
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VERIFY: Yes, this year's flu activity is far below average
Flu activity this season is at the lowest it's been in years. Experts think COVID-19 mitigation efforts are contributing to this.
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VERIFY: Yes, flu cases are low this year but that doesn't mean there's anything suspicious going on
Flu activity is at its lowest in 25 years. Experts believe that could be in large part because of efforts to stop COVID spread and increased vaccinations.
Flu
#FluVaxJax urges residents to get flu vaccine before mid-January peak
About 34.9% Duval County's population received the vaccine so far this year. In 2016, only 36% were vaccinated the whole season.
Flu
Free flu shots available Saturday in Glynn, Camden counties
The Glynn County and Camden County health departments are offering flu shots at drive-through clinics Saturday.
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UF Health to get tests detecting COVID-19, flu and RSV
Dr. Yvette McCarter said the combined tests "revolutionized what we do."
Flu
Getting involved with the #FluVaxJax initiative online
You can show the world you got your flu shot using the hashtag #FluVaxJax to support the initiative and spread the word of how important it is to get a flu shot.
Health
#FluVaxJax initiative urges community to get flu shots, stay healthy
During the flu season as the COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing, doctors are urging everyone to get a flu shot. That's to avoid the risk of overloading hospitals with flu.
Health
#FluVaxJax initiative kicks off to increase flu shots, save hospital beds
Getting a flu vaccine isn't just about you. This year it means conserving much-needed hospital beds.
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