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Relief In Sight? Region Hit Hard By Flu

Elana Gordon — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:59:06 +0000

The flu is widespread in Kansas and Missouri. It has been an especially rough season, but some say relief may be on the way.

Flu Season Starts In Kansas City

Elana Gordon — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 15:19:01 +0000

Flu season is getting underway. According to Dr. Christopher Harrison at Children’s Mercy Hospital, it’s here early.

Flu Season Picks Up, Vaccine Still Available

Bryan Thompson — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:44:46 +0000

The nation's midsection is a hot spot for influenza right now, and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment says there’s still time to be protected by a flu shot.

KC Gets Infusion of Free Flu Shots To Combat Vaccine Disparities

Elana Gordon — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 18:33:39 +0000

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Kansas City, MO – Kansas City, Missouri is getting an infusion of free flu vaccines this winter. And as KCUR's Elana Gordon reports, they're being directed towards people who may be less likely to get the shot.

First Flu Cases Of The Season Confirmed In Kansas

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 17:10:34 +0000

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Topkea, KS – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has confirmed the first two cases of influenza in Kansas this season. More from Kansas Public Radio's Bryan Thompson.

Flu Vaccine Now Available...Everywhere

Elana Gordon — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:57:49 +0000

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Kansas City, MO – Kansas City's flu vaccine clinic opens today. This time last year, health officials were prioritizing shots for people based on certain health and age criteria. They were also grappling with a shortage of the H1N1 vaccine. But as KCUR's Elana Gordon reports, that's far from the case this year.