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Value Health: Protect Against Influenza


Value Health LogoEach year as many as one in five people in Virginia become ill with Influenza. 200,000 people across the nation are hospitalized each year and 36,000 die as a result of the flu. Knowing the facts about Influenza can help you stay healthy and protect those around you. You can reduce the chances of becoming ill from the flu by getting vaccinated against Influenza and simply practicing good hand hygiene.

The Flu may be a household word, but it doesn’t have to be a houseguest in your home this year.

 

Wash your hands often, Cough into your sleeve, Get a flu shot


Last Updated: 07-30-2011

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