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Flu widespread, still circulating in AZ
State health officials say the flu is still increasing in Arizona with a steep increase seen in the past two weeks.
New global stomach bug hitting the US
Since September, more than 140 outbreaks in the U.S. have been caused by the new Sydney strain of norovirus.
Flu vaccine attitudes differ outside US
The flu hasn't hit Europe as hard as it has the United States, health officials say, but when and if it does, don't expect a call for vaccination of the entire population.

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Protect others when you cough, sneeze

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Flu cases dropping off in parts of US

The spread of the flu across the United States appears to have slowed in portions of five states in the South and Southeast.
Need one? Where to find flu vaccinations

If you have the flu and want to get vaccinated, there's a website that will help you find the vaccine in your area.
Flu season officially 'widespread' in AZ

The flu in Arizona reached widespread status this week after nearly 2,200 cases in total were reported in 14 of the state's 15 counties.
Arizona flu cases grow past 1,100

Arizona has become one of the states where the deadly flu outbreak is widespread.
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Valley schools fighting back against flu

Germs and kids are a bad combination, especially since we're in the midst of what's being called the worst flu season in 10 years.
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Go to doctor? What to do if you get flu

So if you think you're coming down with the flu, what should you do? Rush to the hospital? Go see a doctor? It depends on who you are.
Teach YOUR kids how to avoid the flu

When it comes to the flu, children are especially vulnerable. Close to two dozen kids have already died from the flu this year.
Flu spread: Easy ways to stay protected

The flu is rapidly spreading across the country this year, so here's some advice on how you can avoid getting sick.
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Combat colds, flu with feel-good foods

Wouldn't it be nice if you could have a bowl of soup, a cup of tea or a box of chocolates and make that cold go away?
CDC: Flu could do BIG damage in US

When asked what keeps him up at night, Centers for Disease Control Director Dr. Thomas Frieden admitted it's the flu.
Sick? Flu cases hitting hard in AZ

The influenza virus has dramatically increased this season, up 4,289 percent from this time last year, according to the Arizona Department of Health Service.
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Flu Resources

SEARCH: Need flu shot? Find location

Flu season is in full swing, and the disease has reached "severe" levels in many parts of the country, according to the CDC.
5 NATURAL ways to boost immunity

With the number of flu cases spreading across the country, a health and fitness expert has offered up five ways to boost your immunity naturally.
6 things NOT to touch to avoid the flu

The flu is rapidly spreading across the country this year, so check out some expert advice on how you can try to avoid getting sick.
TEST: Do you know your flu facts?

Flu season is upon us and the virus is attacking many. But how much do you really know about the flu?

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