First flu case confirmed in Hill County

With the first confirmed case of influenza reported in Hill County, the county health department is reminding the public to get vaccinated against influenza as soon as possible.

Influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. Annual vaccination is safe and the most effective method to prevent influenza infections. Protection provided by vaccination lasts throughout the entire flu season, even when vaccine is given in early fall.

Hill County Health Department will have flu shots available Monday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and through the lunch hour.

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