Flu death reminds of vaccine importance
Last updated 9/26/2016 at 11:45pm
OLYMPIA – A recent influenza-related death of a person in Spokane County is a sad reminder that flu seasons, while unpredictable, are always serious. Flu season is quickly approaching and public health officials and urging people to get a flu vaccine as soon as it is available in your area. Everyone, including pregnant women, can benefit from an annual influenza vaccine, and for many people it is critical.
Flu vaccine, now available for children and adults aged 6 months and older, is the best protections against flu illness. While the vaccine isn't a guarantee against getting ill, people...
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