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The Best Time To Get Vaccinated Against Respiratory Illnesses, This West Virginia Morning

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On this West Virginia Morning, the changing colors of the leaves and the dropping temperatures of fall bring with them calls to get vaccinated against the flu. But in recent years, that call to action has expanded. Reporter Chris Schulz spoke with Dr. Brian Huggins, Monongalia County health officer and medical director, about when to get vaccinated. 

Also, state lawmakers have requested that representatives from surveillance company Flock appear at an upcoming committee meeting. 

And, House Democrats have renewed their push for a special session to cut the gas tax in light of record high prices.

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Maria Young produced this episode.

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