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Washington health officials prepare for more flu
This spring's swine flu outbreak hasn't really gone away in Washington state, despite the summer weather. People are still sick and recovering in Washington hospitals, with new cases are reported each week.
Associated Press Writer
This spring's swine flu outbreak hasn't really gone away in Washington state, despite the summer weather. People are still sick and recovering in Washington hospitals, with new cases are reported each week.
And now health officials have a new challenge: they need to plan for next fall's flu season.
Washington Health Secretary Mary Selecky was in the other Washington Thursday for a national briefing on swine flu preparation for the fall. She says the takeaway message was make sure you're ready for a very busy fall flu season.
She says many people will need to get at least two flu shots this fall. And Selecky wants Washington residents to keep washing their hands, covering their coughs and staying home from work or camp when they're sick.
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