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Mom's flu virus arsenal

Perspectives on the flu
Hear personal and expert advice from a range of people who have experience with the flu.
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Handwashing Reward Chart
The Handwashing Reward Chart helps establish good habits with positive reinforcement.
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Your Flu Prevention shopping list

Shopping list

Be prepared for the cold and flu season. Download this Flu Season Shopping List and visit your local Wal-Mart to find all of the items you need at the lowest prices.

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Katie
Mom
Mom's flu virus arsenal

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Mary
Director for VNA
Flu shot tips for kids

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Dr. Kelly
Microbiologist
Not all cleaners kill germs
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Leslie
Teacher & Mom
When to stay home
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Maile
Nurse & Mom
One little 'ouch'
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What is the Flu?
Get the facts about the flu all in one place. Learn how to identify the difference between a cold and the flu.
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Prevention Tips
Helping prevent exposure to the flu virus can be as simple as following these easy steps.
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Cleaning & Disinfecting
Wondering how to properly clean and disinfect your home to help prevent the surface-to-surface spread of the flu virus?
Here's how.
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Flu Vaccination
Why?
Getting vaccinated is the first step to help prevent the flu.

Who?
The CDC now recommends a flu vaccination for all healthy children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years, adults older than 50, and people who are in frequent contact with those priority groups.

When?
Get vaccinated in October and November, before the flu season peaks.

Where?
Click here for a list of Say "Boo!" to the Flu events and other vaccination locations near you.