Flu Season Getting Fired Up

As the first reports of influenza trickle in, health care providers are getting ready to treat those unlucky enough to catch it.  Dr Noreen O’Shea (oh shay) of the Elk Point Community Health Clinic says there are no new treatments this year… 

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O’Shea says when you see the doctor can make a big difference in how you are treated…

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O’Shea says other viruses don’t hit quite as hard…

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O’Shea says the best treatment for the flu is getting your shot before you get sick.

(courtesy WNAX, Yankton)