Due to widespread influenza activity in DuPage County and throughout Illinois, the DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) is encouraging residents to get a flu shot now to protect themselves for the rest of the flu season.

To reduce the spread of influenza and other contagious diseases, it is always important to practice the following: • Clean -properly wash hands frequently or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer • Cover -cover your nose and mouth with a tissue or with your sleeve (not your hand) when you cough or sneeze • Contain -contain your germs by staying home if you are sick, and try to avoid close contact with people who are sick

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