Flu Fears

Today,at least 100 plus students were sent home from Dulles Middle School for flu like symptoms. Most of the students complained of a headache, cough and sore throat. The nurse’s office had parents pick up their children who were feeling ill.

Flu fears have kept doctor’s offices busy. Most clinics have been testing for the H1N1virus as a precaution. While most test results for the more serious strand comes back negative, flu season is upon us.

More schools and districts will be challenged this flu season. Faculty and students will miss several days due to the influenza cases. Fort Bend ISD is working with the health department to ensure they have the latest on recommendations related to H1N1 flu virus.

Throughout the community flu shots are being offered. Pharmacies, grocery stores and even some churches are offering flu shots. Shots will range from $10 dollars to $25 dollars per injection.

Good luck this school year, better luck this flu season.