[Kenna]

Originally Posted by pajara2

How very greatful I am that I know what I know and work where I work. I knew to get The Boy to the ED immediately and to give him his emergency shot before we even left the house. Even then we spent yesterday trying to recover his blood pressure and keep him from shock. Thanks to my job I knew how ugly this season's flu is, so I didn't pause, hesitate, or pass GO. I came to the place that saved his life the last time. I am so proud of my part in catching this before it became something truely devastating.

Folks, WASH YOUR HANDS. It's the best defense. Tell your kid's to wash their hands. And if they look like they're getting the flu and running a fever don't try to treat it at home! This one is a nasty one. I've seen it take several healthy lives already this season.

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If, after reading this VERY important message, anyone has any questions or doubts about the flu or feels like "it won't happen to me or my kids"..... check out the M.A.R.T.I.N. Flu Foundation. http://www.martinflufoundation.org/martin/about.cfm When I met the McGowan family in person and heard their story of how they lost Martin to the flu, it really drove it home for me just how important the flu shot is for EVERYONE, especially children.

If anyone needs more information (especially about where to get vaccines and free immunizations) look me up; I have a wealth of information on this subject.