U.S. Surgeon General on Twitter: "Getting a #FluShot, washing hands frequently, and staying home when sick doesn’t just protect YOU- it helps protect the most vulnerable among us. It also strengthens our #coronavirus readiness- fewer #flu patients means more resources for any potential #COVID19 cases!… https://t.co/sREgSMhqco"

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Getting a #FluShot, washing hands frequently, and staying home when sick doesn’t just protect YOU- it helps protect the most vulnerable among us. It also strengthens our #coronavirus readiness- fewer #flu patients means more resources for any potential #COVID19 cases!https://twitter.com/cdcflu/status/1233827532694343682 …

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The latest CDC #FluView report shows that #flu hospitalization rates among children younger than 4 are the highest on record at this point in the season, surpassing rates reported during the second wave of the 2009 H1N1 pandemic. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2AfIS02 pic.twitter.com/plGeg8JVv5

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1. Tracie Smith‏ @TracieS1972 Mar 1
  Replying to @Surgeon_General
  
  I haven't had the flu shot in 6 yrs. Nor have I had the flu in 6 yrs. Wash your hands, don't use the same cup more then twice without washing it in between uses. Also, cook with onions and garlic. This has been our flu season for the past 6 yrs.
  
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1. Bob‏ @bobdirects Mar 1
  Replying to @Surgeon_General @Heritage
  
  thank you. The #FakeNews is trying to terrify. Don't let them win.pic.twitter.com/ZkKUd6mmmN
  
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1. Gayla Welton‏ @gaylawelto Mar 1
  Replying to @Surgeon_General @RealDeanCain
  
  Same advice for years. Now if more people will listen and take simple steps to protect yourself and others
  
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1. Cherry Lai‏ @bodhicat54 Mar 1
  Replying to @Surgeon_General
  
  Getting the flu shot reduces the chance of getting the flu. Since the flu and #COVID19 share similar symptoms, by having the flu shot, may help doctors to arrive at the correct diagnosis sooner. However, expanded testing capabilities are the key here
  
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