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November
2008
I'm
sorry it has taken me so long to update the
newsletter. Ian's Rainbow Flu Foundation has had
a busy fall. We held our second annual Ian's Rainbow
Flu Foundation's Walking to Fight the Flu on October
18th. It was an incredible event with over 300
walkers. The Urgency Room held a flu clinic at the
walk and we had over 175 people get vaccinated. What a
great day! We have also helped to organize several
other flu clinics within our community. I want to
thank all of you who have helped make these events so
successful.
According
to the CDC's most recent flu map, fifteen states are already
reporting sporadic outbreaks of the flu. It seems as
if this time of year I am always holding my breath and
praying for a mild flu season. I hope with the CDC's
new recommendation that ALL children between the age
of 6 months and 18 years old get vaccinated that we see a
decrease in the severity of the upcoming flu seasons.
Also, remember that washing your hands is another way to
help prevent the spread of the flu.
The
holidays are quickly approaching and we all need to take
time to remember all of the things in life that we are
thankful for. Please don't take these things for
granted.
Happy
Thanksgiving!
Please remember that nobody knows your child better than you
do. Follow your instincts!!
Stay happy
and healthy,
Julie
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