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Thursday, September 25, 2014

IMPORTANT NEWS FROM THE LPS WEBSITE

IMPORTANT HEALTH UPDATES POSTED | SEPTEMBER 2014
Lynn

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Enterovirus D68
Schools in a number of states are seeing an increase in students with a severe respiratory illness caused by enterovirus D68 (EV-D68). At this time the state of Massachusetts has confirmed at least one case of the enterovirus.
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
The second illness is one we have seen in our schools, although there are very few cases. It is also caused by a virus and is called hand, foot and mouth diseaseHand-foot-and-mouth disease is common in children but can also occur in adults. It can occur at any time of year but is most common in the summer and fall. 
Flu
Flu season will soon be upon us!  The Lynn Health Department has two upcoming FREE flu clinics for all residents 6 months old and above. Both clinics will be held at Lynn City Hall, City Hall Square, Room 103. Please bring your health insurance card if you have one, however you may still receive a vaccine if you do not have a health card! CLICK HERE FOR MORE

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