Guilford County now offering appointments for COVID and flu immunizations
The Guilford County Division of Public Health is now offering flu and COVID vaccines and advising people to take precautions with fall underway.
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WS/FCS offering student immunization clinics next week
There are about 2300 students in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools who still need their state-required immunizations.
NC Extends Deadline For Student Immunizations
North Carolina families will have more time to get their children's required immunizations in order for them to attend school.
State Officials Say NC Lagging In Immunizations Required For School
State health officials are urging parents to get their kids immunized before the start of the upcoming school year, and not just for COVID-19.
Excess Weight Can Weaken The Flu Shot
Scientists have come to realize that flu vaccines are less effective for people who are overweight or obese. Now researchers are trying to figure out why and hope to develop better vaccines.
Measles Is Spiking Around The Globe. How Worried Should We Be?
There are outbreaks in rich countries and poor countries, from the United States to Madagascar. And the World Health Organization says vaccine hesitancy is a top 10 threat to global health.
High Point Opens New Clinic For Teens
High Point has a new clinic aimed at providing health care for teenagers.