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Flu Shot Data

Friday, December 14, 2012

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

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 parts of the United States: This time last year, flu cases were lower in the Chicago area than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. (Libertyville-specific data is not available on Flu Trends.) In Chicago, and overall in Illinois, activity is now considered "high" on a scale of minimal, low, moderate, high and intense. At this time in 2011, activity was considered "moderate," but reached "high" by early March, according to Flu Trends. If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in Libertyville that offer the vaccine (besides your own doctor, of course): Walgreens, at 1470 S. Milwaukee Ave. Walgreens, at 1770 N. Milwaukee Ave. Osco, 1300 S. Milwaukee Ave. More locations …

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