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Flu

When is the best time to get your flu shot?

Flu

When is the best time to get your flu shot?

The best time to get your flu shot is between September and the end of October.
Coronavirus

Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot at the same time?

A physician says doctors are pushing people to get their flu shot in hopes of decreasing hospitalizations this year since COVID-19 is still in play.
Flu

FAQ: Can I get the flu shot and the COVID vaccine at the same time?

As hospital beds fill up with COVID patients, doctors urge everyone to get the flu vaccine as they brace for a potentially tough season.
VERIFY

VERIFY: Yes, this year's flu activity is far below average

Flu activity this season is at the lowest it's been in years. Experts think COVID-19 mitigation efforts are contributing to this.
VERIFY

VERIFY: Yes, flu cases are low this year but that doesn't mean there's anything suspicious going on

Flu activity is at its lowest in 25 years. Experts believe that could be in large part because of efforts to stop COVID spread and increased vaccinations.
Health

Flu cases down this season

With mitigation efforts in place to slow the spread of COVID-19, the rate of flu cases has fallen significantly.
Health

Flu cases down this season

With mitigation efforts in place to slow the spread of COVID-19, the rate of flu cases has fallen significantly.
Flu

City of Midland holding flu vaccine clinic for seniors

Clinics will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Oct. 13 and will run through the end of October.