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José A. Álvarez County of San Diego Communications Office
A higher number of influenza cases is being reported this season compared to last year, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced Oct. 11.
To date there have been 221 cases reported this season. A total of 71 cases had been reported at the same time last year.
“It’s extremely important that people get vaccinated,” said Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County public health officer. “Influenza can generate severe complications, including death, especially for people with underlying medical conditions.”
For the week ending Oct. 7, the Health and Human Services Agency Influenza Watch report shows the following:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 6 months and older get a flu shot every year. The vaccine is safe and effective. It takes two weeks for immunity to develop.
Vaccination is especially important for people who are at high risk of developing serious complications from influenza. They include:
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