DHEC encourages South Carolinians to get flu shot
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is encouraging residents to protect themselves against the flu as the season continues.
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DHEC Confirms First Flu Death of Season in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– South Carolina has recorded the first flu death of the season, according to the Department of Health and Environmental Control. DHEC announced Tuesday, that the death was in the Upstate region. “Sadly, an individual from the Upstate region has become our first lab-confirmed, influenza-associated death of the season,” said Teresa Foo MD, MPH, DHEC Immunization Medical Consultant. According…
Palmetto Health offers free flu shots throughout fall
Midlands hospital system, Palmetto Health, said Wednesday that it plans to offer free flu shots at clinics throughout the fall.
Flu Season is Reaching its Peak
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP)– Flu season in South Carolina is reaching its peak and it has not been as severe as last season. Department of Health and Environmental Control figures show there have been 12 lab-confirmed flu deaths in the state as of Feb. 20. Last season 101 people died of the flu. Since the current season began in early October,…
Tips on Avoiding Flu Virus When Caring for the Sick
A massive snowstorm that is bearing down on the East Coast is arriving during the traditional peak of flu season, which the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defines as between “December and February.” As the storm begins, many people will be stuck at home with family members or roommates who are battling the flu. If you think you’re…
