Health & Fitness
Putnam Flu Cases Rise Early In Season: Health Officials
Half of the most recent week's cases are people in their late teens and early twenties, Putnam health officials said.
PUTNAM COUNTY, NY — Health officials in Putnam report an increased number of influenza cases in the county in recent weeks.
The most recent week’s case count is 7.5 times higher than four weeks ago, rising from 8 cases in the week ending Nov. 13, to 60 cases in the week ending Dec. 4.
Half of those are people in their late teens and early twenties.
Find out what's happening in Southeast-Brewsterfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
The department has alerted healthcare providers to be on the look-out for possible flu cases.
Prevention methods such as mask-wearing, frequent handwashing, and respiratory etiquette that are recommended for COVID-19 will also reduce risk for flu.
Find out what's happening in Southeast-Brewsterfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Those who have not already received their flu vaccine this season — it's not too late!
"COVID boosters or primary series shots can be administered at the same time as the flu vaccine and are advised by healthcare experts to protect yourself and your family this holiday season," health officials said.
Both vaccines are currently being given at local pharmacies.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
