Elderly urged to vaccinate against influenza in fall season
Texas Department of Health Resources warns that influenza poses higher risk to those over 65 and the chronically ill. Annual vaccination is advised for heart disease, chronic lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and other conditions, with vaccine readiness by mid November. Doctors should check vaccine inserts and avoid egg-allergic individuals.
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Quotations on politics and society mix with health notice
A collage of quotes from Tito to Barbara Jordan appears before a health notice on influenza surveillance in Texas. The piece blends political reflections with a Health Resources Department explanation of how influenza data is collected, analyzed, and acted upon, plus tips for prevention and vaccination. The passage concludes with a brief market blurb about hay and groceries.
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