Flu is serious and can cause illness in any age group.
Don't be confused about the regular seasonal flu and the novel (new) H1N1 influenza A (Swine Flu). This flu season, take the same basic steps to be prepared for all types of flu.
All Arkansans are encouraged to get a seasonal flu shot each year.
The best time to get a shot is between mid-October and mid-November. The seasonal flu shot WILL NOT protect you against the (new) H1N1 flu.
A vaccine for the new H1N1 flu will also be available.
There will be enough of the H1N1 flu shots for all priority groups and anyone else who wants one.
A flu shot will not give you the flu. Seasonal flu shots and H1N1 flu shots are not mandatory.
Help Fight the Flu in Arkansas - Practice the 3 Cs:
Clean - properly wash you hands frequently
Cover - cover your cough and sneeze
Contain - contain your germs by staying home if you are sick.
And get a flu shot!
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