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Flu Spreads Across NY, Health Officials Say

Story Published: Dec 11, 2012 at 7:23 AM EDT

Story Updated: Dec 11, 2012 at 7:23 AM EDT

New York health officials say flu cases have been confirmed in more than half the state and they're encouraging people to get vaccinated.
 
They say the pace of infections is picking up, with cases reported in 47 counties and all of New York City.
 
The flu season typically begins in October and continues through May, peaking in late winter or early spring.

Last year, almost 1,200 people required hospitalization and one child was killed by the infection, which can be treated with antiviral medications.
 
Officials from the state health department said Monday there's plenty of vaccine available and inoculations are available in a variety of places, including pharmacies.
 
Flu spreads through coughing and sneezing and begins with a sudden fever, chills and aches along with a cough or sore throat.
Sunday, May 26, 2013
, Watertown, NY

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