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Flu Information

For more information, contact Greene County Public Health at 518-719-3600.

Additional information about influenza is available through the following flu websites:

Learn the latest flu news here.

NYS Department of Health Seasonal Influenza (Flu)

Center for Disease Control and Prevention Seasonal Influenza (Flu)


Top 5 Ways to Avoid the Flu:

  1. Wash your hands with soap and warm water. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers or wipes if soap and water are not available.
  2. Try to stay in good general health by getting plenty of sleep, being physically active, and managing your stress, and eating nutritious food.
  3. Drink plenty of fluids.
  4. Avoid close contact with people who are sick and try to not touch surfaces that may be contaminated with the flu virus.
  5. As the vaccines become available, protect yourself and your family by receiving your annual flu shot.

Seasonal Influenza: Flu Basics

What To Do When Someone At Home Has The Flu

How Germs Spread

Healthy Habits Pocket Card: Keep Your Germs to Yourself

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