State Epidemiologist Says Flu Vaccine a Good Match For This Years Strain

Medical experts say this year’s flu vaccine is a good match for the viruses that are circulating.

South Dakota State Epidemiologist Dr. Josh Clayton says they are seeing good results so far

Clayton says the planning for this years vaccine began early this year

Clayton says it is impossible to get a one hundred percent match from a vaccine

Clayton says a flu shot can still provide good protection from the peak of the season, which usually ranges from February into March.

(WNAX)