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MDH Encourages Flu Shots

MDH Encourages Flu Shots

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If you haven’t already, you might want to think about getting your flu shot.  The Minnesota Department of Health is reporting flu activity is sporadic around the state.  MDH spokeswoman Kris Ehresmann

Over the latest reporting week, two people were hospitalized with flu-related symptoms and there was one school outbreak.  Ehresmann says getting vaccinated, is your best protection against contracting the seasonal flu, followed by good hand washing and covering your cough.

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