Flu Levels Subsiding, But Vaccines Still Important
The early spike in flu cases may not be the last one, and officials still recommend getting a flu shot.
As influenza illness levels begin to subside across the state, the Rhode Island Department of HEALTH reminds all Rhode Islanders that it is not too late to be vaccinated against influenza. “Although we saw an early spike in influenza cases this flu season, it is important to note that we could see the number of influenza cases rise again before the flu season officially ends in May,” said Michael Fine, M.D., director of HEALTH, adding that Rhode Island has seen 769 hospitalizations since the department began tracking confirmed influenza cases on Oct. 1, 2012. That number reflects a higher total number of hospitalizations for influenza than initially reported, as HEALTH’s staff has re-evaluated data reported by the state’s hospitals. “Our …
