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Seasonal Flu Information

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Weekly Flu Report 2018 - 2019 pdf

For Providers - Flu Reporting Form

Places to Get the Flu Vaccine

Saint Louis County residents are urged to get a seasonal flu vaccination every year. Please contact one of the entities below for additional information:

BJC Flu Shot Clinic	Saint Louis County Health Centers
Concentra Urgent Care	Saint Luke's Urgent Care
CVS/pharmacy	Schnucks Pharmacy
Dierbergs Pharmacy	Shop 'n Save Pharmacy
Kmart Pharmacy	Target Pharmacy
Maxim Health Systems	Visiting Nurses Association
MediNurse	Walgreens Pharmacy
Nursing Specialties, Inc.	Walmart Immunization Centers
Passport Health

Signs and Symptoms of the seasonal flu:

Fever
Cough
Sore Throat
Body Aches
Headache

Chills
Tiredness/Fatigue
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea

If you have any of the above symptoms – especially a fever of 100° F or higher – contact your medical provider for evaluation.

General Precautions to Stay Healthy (and Keep Others Healthy)

Whether or not you get a seasonal flu shot, here are some simple things YOU can do to keep from catching or spreading a “bug” - whether it’s a “flu bug” or the common cold:

Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, especially after you cough, sneeze, or blow your nose.
Whenever you cough or sneeze, cover your nose and mouth. If possible, use a tissue; throw the tissue in the trash after you use it. If a tissue is not available, cough into your sleeve rather than your hand.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth as much as possible.
Maintain a distance of three (3) feet between you and other people.
Avoid people who have a cold, and, if you catch a cold, avoid contact with other people.
If you are sick (or think you may be sick) stay home from work or school.
If possible, talk to healthcare providers by phone to avoid an in-person office visit.
Check with your physician about getting the pneumococcal vaccination. It protects you from many types of pneumonia – one of the most common and fatal complications of the flu, especially for older adults.