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Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Southwest Georgia Public Health officials say after an active flu season, flu cases are on the decline.

Sunday, February 03, 2013  Updated to video; In our Facebook Story of the Day, you wanted to know when the peak flu season is.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  Updated with video; After parents expressed their concern following what they thought was a high number of absences in their children's class, Fox 31 reached out to the Lee County Board of Education who said although there are always sicknesses in the winter, this year is no worse than previous years.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  In our Facebook Story of the Day, you wanted to know how the flu season is so far around Southwest Georgia.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  Updated with video; Phoebe medical professionals say they have seen more than 1000 patients in the last five days.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  There's no hidding it, flu season is here.

Tuesday, September 04, 2012  Labor Day is officially over and that means it's the start of flu season.

Sunday, September 02, 2012  With the cooler temperatures that we'll hopefully start seeing sooner rather than later, comes also the reminder to get your flu shots.

Saturday, September 01, 2012  Updated with video; In our Facebook story of the day, people wanted to know when to get a flu shot so it'll be most effective.

Wednesday, February 15, 2012  After a relatively mild start to the flu season, Centers for Disease Control officials say it’s not over just yet.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012  Updated with video; Even though temperatures have been in the 70's lately, health officials have been urging folks to get their flu shot.

Thursday, September 08, 2011  With flu season quickly approaching, the Southwest Georgia Public Health District is beginning to distribute flu vaccinations to the public.

Friday, December 31, 2010  Flu season appears to be picking up. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says five states had widespread reports of flu last week, up from zero two weeks earlier.

Thursday, November 04, 2010  In addition to immunizations, there are some simple steps you can take to help avoid spending flu season in bed. Washing your hands and using a sanitizer regularly is the best defense.

Wednesday, September 02, 2009  Southwest District Public Health Director Dr. Jacqueline Grant says she expects this flu season to be challenging.