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The Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in West Roxbury

Here's where to get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick.

 

Flu season is coming early in parts of the United States: This time last year, flu cases were lower in Massachusetts than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends.

Overall in Massachusetts, activity is considered high now, while it was considered moderate at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends.

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If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in and around West Roxbury that offer the vaccine:

  • Osco Pharmacy, 75 Spring St.
  • Walgreen's, 1999 Centre St.
  • CVS, 647 VFW Parkway
  • More locations

According to this week's CDC Flu activity report, influenza levels are on the increase across the country. 

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Five states—Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee—are reporting flu rates not normally seen until January, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The flu season normally peaks in January and February.

Holiday travel and more time spent indoors due to soggy weather will contribute to the spread of the flu virus, so now is the time to get vaccinated.


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