Residents in that category include people over age 65, people with chronic diseases, such as asthma or diabetes, pregnant women and health care workers. CDC recommends that these at-risk individuals be vaccinated by December. Local stores such as Walgreens, Albertson s and Kroger, are making the flu vaccine available to customers this year. Because the vaccine will be in limited supply, residents should call before appearing for a flu shot. D ue to the delay and limited supply of the vaccine, it is important for residents to practice good hygiene.
Influenza is highly contagious and can be spread by touch, a cough or a sneeze.
Wash your hands often and cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze and try not to eat or drink after another person. Following common sense prevention methods is a good way to contain germs and stay away from flu this winter. The Fort Worth Human Relations Commission will present its 2000 Human Relations Awards to six individuals and organizations at a 6 p. m. reception Nov. 14 at City Hall. Special recognition will follow at the City Council meeting. The recipients of the 2000 awards have demonstrated a unique way to achieve the policies of the Human Relations Commission.