Statistics released from the state Department of Health show flu cases continue to rise locally and across Pennsylvania.
The number of flu cases in the Bucks-Montgomery County area and throughout Pennsylvania spiked in early January as health officials continue to deal with one of the worst flu outbreaks in years. Flu season is so bad this year that Allmed Comprehensive Care Center in Bensalem has implemented stricter protocols for patients that arrive at the urgent care clinic with flu-like symptoms. "We are separating them in the waiting room and asking those who come in with symptoms to wear masks," said Robert Baca, an administrator at the care center. "Last Saturday I saw 30 people come in with symptoms over a four hour period." The state reported there were 18 influenza-related deaths the first week of January, bringing to 22 the total number of flu-…
Flu cases have doubled in Pennsylvania in recent weeks and it's a good time to review the symptoms - and get a flu shot
- THE NEIGHBORHOOD FILES
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Saturday, December 22, 2012
It's still not too late to get a flu shot. There's been a big increase in flu cases in Pennsylvania in recent weeks. The following health tip is from the Pa. Department of Health: Influenza, also known as the flu, is a contagious disease that is caused by the influenza virus. It attacks the respiratory tract in humans (nose, throat, and lungs). The flu is different from a cold. Influenza usually comes on suddenly and may include these symptoms: These symptoms are usually referred to as "flu-like symptoms." If you think you have the flu, or do get sick, stay home from work or school so that you don’t infect or make others ill.
On Sept. 29, Bucks County will hold its 7th Annual Pandemic Flu Drill.
- GOVERNMENT
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Wednesday, September 12, 2012
On Saturday, Sept. 29, Bucks County residents are invited to participate in the 7th Annual Pandemic Flu Drill. The drill is an opportunity for all Bucks County residents over the age of 3 to receive a free flu vaccination. About 35,000 vaccinations were distributed during last year's drill. Stop by one of the following locations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9 to receive a free vaccination: Northampton Fire Company Station #83 283 Hatboro Rd. Churchville, Pa, 18966 Levittown Fire Company No. 2 Station #13 6 County Way Levittown, Pa, 19058 Sellersville Fire Company Station #27 2 North Main St. Sellersville, Pa, 18960 Individuals 18 years of age and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at time of vaccination to …
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Northampton Township Volunteer Fire Station No. 83
283 Hatboro Rd, Southampton, PA
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Irv
8:54 am on Sunday, September 16, 2012
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