The Washington State Department of Health is warning citizens that the flu is spreading quickly across the state. This year's flu season is early, and flu mortality is greater than usual for this time of year. As of December 10, 40 people had died from the flu in Washington, including three children.
The Department of Health strongly advises that everyone aged 6 months and older obtain the flu vaccine as soon as possible. It can help prevent serious illness or disease spread, as well as hospitalisations in an already overburdened healthcare system. If someone gets the flu after getting vaccinated, it is usually milder and has fewer complications. The immunization also reduces the likelihood of requiring medical attention.
"It's not too late to get your flu shot," stated Secretary of Health Dr. Umair A. Shah, M.D., in a statement.
"Flu is fast spreading throughout our state, and having your flu vaccination now protects us all, especially as we prepare to gather for holidays and activities."
This year's most common flu strain has been influenza A (H3N2). This strain is known to induce more severe illnesses. H3N2 protection is provided by all existing flu vaccinations.
Remember that the flu can be lethal, even in young, otherwise healthy adults. Flu is especially deadly for children under the age of five, individuals over the age of 65, pregnant women, immunocompromised people, and anyone with chronic health disorders.
Other respiratory infections, such as COVID-19 and RSV, affect children and adults and put pressure on hospitals. Individuals may help keep their families and communities healthy by getting a flu shot and a COVID-19 booster and taking other care to avoid falling ill or infecting others.
The DOH suggests:
• Stay on top of any impending vaccines. For individuals aged 6 months and up, this includes the annual flu vaccine as well as any COVID-19 boosters. Vaccination is the most efficient method of protecting against a wide range of deadly diseases.
• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water. Apply hand sanitizer when soap is unavailable and your hands are not visibly filthy.
• Consider wearing a mask inside or in crowded settings.
• Avoid getting germs on your hands or in the air by sneezing or coughing into the crook of your arm or a tissue.
• Avoid close contact with sick people.
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