Sunday, January 27 2013 4:29 AM EST2013-01-27 09:29:51 GMT
More than 11,000 people are fighting the flu right now in Pennsylvania as the nation battles with the epidemic. With that, there are several common misconceptions floating around about treatment. FOX29
FOX29 busts several myths associated with the flu.
Thursday, January 10 2013 8:15 PM EST2013-01-11 01:15:28 GMT
While prevention is the first step to staying healthy, all hope is not lost if you get sick.
While prevention is the first step to staying healthy, all hope is not lost if you get sick.
PHILADELPHIA -
Pennsylvania has now recorded 40 flu-related deaths this season, with 18 of those occurring just last week.
That's according to a weekly update from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, which also says the number of flu cases continues to rise. There were 5,069 flu cases reported during the second week of 2013, up from 4,256 cases the prior week. However, hospitalizations due to flu have decreased.
A majority of reported deaths are among persons who are age 65 or older. No flu-related death has been reported this season in Pennsylvania in a person under the age of 18.
Meanwhile, the state of Delaware is reporting its first flu death this season. Health officials say a 2-month-old girl from New Castle County died from the virus.
The federal government recommends everyone older than six months of age get a flu shot.
But despite a nationwide flu epidemic, many children across the country aren't getting flu shots. According to a study published in the journal "Pediatrics," fewer than 45 percent of kids under age 5 get a flu shot.
One out of every six kids who went to the emergency room during flu season had the virus.
As the flu epidemic grows, more flu shot clinics are being added to the calendar in Camden County, New Jersey.
If you still have not received a flu shot you can get one today at the Cherry Hill Municipal Building. That's located at 820 Mercer Street. Shots are being given out from 9 a.m. to noon.
And in Camden, shots will be given Thursday at Camden City Hall also from 9 a.m. to noon. City hall is on Market Street.
On Friday the Gloucester Township Municipal Building will be administering shots from 9 a.m. to noon. The municipal building is located at 1261 Chews Landing Road in Blackwood.
Many other places around the region are providing flu shots. You can find a location near you by heading to MyFOXPhilly.com and scrolling down to the "Seen on TV Section," or click right here.
Friday, May 24 2013 12:53 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:53:29 GMT
Craft breweries from around the country are toasting the troops with a beer aged with a unique ingredient that symbolizes America's pastime -- baseball bats.Nine different brewers collaborated to create
Craft breweries from around the country are toasting the troops with a beer aged with a unique ingredient that symbolizes America's pastime -- baseball bats.Nine different brewers collaborated to create
Friday, May 24 2013 12:41 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:41:43 GMT
A Philadelphia judge has ordered that a couple who believe in faith healing over medicine be held without bail on third-degree murder charges in the April death of their 8-month-old son.Herbert and Catherine
A Philadelphia judge has ordered that a couple who believe in faith healing over medicine be held without bail on third-degree murder charges in the April death of their 8-month-old son.Herbert and Catherine
Friday, May 24 2013 11:53 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:53:36 GMT
Ocean City is a fabulous family-friendly, shore town that is ready for a fabulous Summer season. From the relaxing beaches to the famous boardwalk, Ocean City is safe, clean and has some of the best food
Ocean City is a fabulous family-friendly, shore town that is ready for a spectacular Summer season.
Friday, May 24 2013 9:37 AM EDT2013-05-24 13:37:26 GMT
The volunteer effort in Oklahoma is underway. Groups from across the country have hit the road, delivering hot meals to anyone in need. One local organization is doing what they can to help the victims
The volunteer effort in Oklahoma is underway. Groups from across the country have hit the road, delivering hot meals to anyone in need. One local organization is doing what they can to help the victims
