Tag: influenza
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Illnesses and possible flu outbreaks close schools for the week
Several counties throughout Kentucky have closed schools for the remainder of the week due to multiple illnesses “in response to what public health officials are calling a possible flu outbreak...
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Health officials say flu is widespread, urge a vaccination
Photo illustration: affiniahealthcare.org The state Department for Public Health has raised the state’s influenza level from “regional” to “widespread,” the highest level of flu activity. The widespread level indicates increased outbreaks...
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Ky. confirms 10 flu cases; vaccination (not nasal spray) urged, but some experts tell seniors to wait a bit for best protection
image: www.lex18.com State health officials report that Kentucky has 10 confirmed cases of influenza already this year, suggesting flu season could be starting early. The cases are in Bullitt, Fayette...
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Flu remains widespread in Kentucky; vaccinations still advisable
This year’s round of influenza hit Kentucky later than usual, and that probably means this year’s flu season could run past May, its usual end, the state Department of Public...
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Legislature’s many health bills include some with life-saving potential, better prevention, greater access and help for children
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News One paragraph in this story was incorrect and has been stricken. FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky legislators have all but ended their regular session without...
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Summer is a good time to make sure your teenagers or preteens get their four recommended vaccinations
Vaccines aren’t just for babies. Preteens and teens also fall into an age group that has both required immunizations for school and recommended vaccines that can save their lives. Summer...
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Flu activity becomes widespread, closing schools
Kentucky’s flu activity level has become widespread, which means at least half the regions of the state have reported confirmed cases of influenza. Schools are a testimony to this increase...
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If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, this week is an excellent time to get it, with the holidays coming up
State health officials are encouraging Kentuckians to get a flu vaccination during National Influenza Vaccination Week, Dec. 7-13. “Getting a flu vaccine is an early holiday gift you can give...