Flu Season Reminder

With Dollar Bay Schools having to close today due to a high number of illnesses, mostly upper respitory and stomach flu, it’s a great time to remind parents about the importance of reducing your child’s risk of catching the seasonal flu virus. Western U.P. Health Department Medical Director Dr. Terry Frankovich says it is very easy to catch the flu, especially at schools.

Frankovich adds that covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze can help prevent the sread of the flu but the most important thing you can do is wash your hands frequently.

She also says that those that are out and about should try to minimize the times they touch their hands, nose and mouth.