Flu Vaccines Ready
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Updated: 7:35 AM Sep 3, 2010
Flu Vaccines Ready
Staunton, Va.
It's that time of year again when people should start thinking about getting a flu shot.
Posted: 4:36 PM Sep 2, 2010
Reporter: Philip Townsend
Email Address: ptownsend@whsv.com
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Pharmacies in the area are starting to receive flu vaccination shipments and being protected from viruses is going to be a lot more convenient the year.

The vaccine is referred to as "triple protection," since it covers both H1N1 and the seasonal flu.

Doctors in the Valley recommend getting the shot as soon as possible.

Dr. Doug Larsen, with the Central Shenandoah Health District, says, "Would you like to spend five to ten days in misery, or would you like to be protected? I would like to be protected. As soon as it's available at the health department, I am going to be the first in line up."

Larsen says there isn't a timetable for when the health district will receive the vaccine.

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Posted by: Matt Location: Stauton on Sep 2, 2010 at 11:15 PM

Rite Aid on West Beverly St. will have the flu shot available on Monday.
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