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Officials Recommend Vaccination To Stay Healthy During 'Respiratory Season'

As temperatures cool and respiratory illnesses become more prevalent, state health officials are urging the public to get the latest versions of their vaccines.

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Health & Science Emily Rice,

DHHR Changes Dashboard To Track Respiratory Illness Season

The Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) has replaced its COVID-19 dashboard with a new system to track three respiratory diseases.

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Health & Science Emily Rice,

Health Experts Advise Vaccination Ahead Of Respiratory Illness Season

As respiratory illness season ramps up, health experts are encouraging West Virginians to promote health and safety in their communities.

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Officials Call For Vigilance Against Respiratory Illness

Sherri Young, the interim secretary of the DHHR, and incoming secretary for the new Department of Health, spoke with Appalachia Health News Reporter Emily Rice about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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Officials Advise Caution Against Fall Respiratory Illness

A new vaccine to protect against the many strains of COVID-19 will be available at the end of September.

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Health Officials Prepare For Autumn Vaccinations

Ahead of this year’s viral respiratory season, health officials advise checking with your physician for vaccination recommendations.

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