How to help prevent the flu (on top of the shot)

December 17, 2018 Providence Health Team

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Practicing good hygiene and developing healthy habits, in addition to getting the flu shot, helps your body fend off the flu. And Express Care is your fast path to treatment if you're seeing flu symptoms. Check out our infographic on how to reduce your flu risk and avoid spreading germs and the flu virus.

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