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CDC Says the Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Woburn

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 some parts of the country: This time last year, flu cases were lower in Boston than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends

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

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If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in Woburn that offer the vaccine (besides your own doctor, of course):

  • CVS Pharmacy
  • CVS Pharmacy - Main Street
  • Walgreen's Drugstore

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

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.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers the following information:


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