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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 20, 2009

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Leah Bucco-White, Communications and Legislative Services, 402-471-9356, Leah.bucco-white@nebraska.gov

DHHS Flu Prevention Tip of the Week

For the Week of Nov. 23


Note: A sound bite is available at: http://www.dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/audio.aspx

Flu prevention tip of the week from Dr. Joann Schaefer, Chief Medical Officer for the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.

“Many of us go to a relative’s or friend’s house for the holidays. Try not to share silverware, drinking glasses or food and don’t go if you’re sick.”

For the latest flu updates and information about flu prevention, visit the DHHS Web site at www.dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/pages/influenza_index.aspx.

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