It's officially flu season. Covering your mouth mid-cough and washing your hands excessively isn't going to cut it this time around. There is a new kid on the block. Well, a new strain infecting Americans that is not included in this year's flu vaccine. Each year's vaccine contains protections against three influenza strains. Every year, the flu infects up to 20 percent of the population, causes the hospitalization of 200,000 people and kills 36, 000. Eleven states have been hit hard by the flu. Some 132 million doses of vaccine were produced this year, which id more than ever before. There is still enough for those who haven't had their shot. So, hurry out to your local clinic, get your shot, and hope for the best.
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