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Flu Vaccine

Friday, November 16, 2012

Where to Find a Flu Shot in Brecksville

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The Cuyahoga County Board of Health shared a new blog post on Patch today, encouraging readers to get a flu shot.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend it, too—they encourage everyone 6 months and older to get a flu shot. The season can begin as early as October, but typically peaks in January or February, according to the centers’ website. According to the Cuyahoga County Board of Health’s latest weekly summary, flu activity is still low in the county and the state at this time.  If you’d like to get a flu shot, the board offers them at its clinics in Parma, Lyndhurst, Lakewood and Westlake. Visit the board’s website for information on making an appointment. In Brecksville, both Walgreens and CVS are offering flu shots…

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