http://wamc.org en http://wamc.org/post/region-still-hard-hit-flu-outbreak <p></p><p>The influenza outbreak that came early this year to many in the region is reported as widespread across the country. WAMC’s Berkshire Bureau Chief Lucas Willard took a closer look at how the virus is affecting the region, and how governments are trying to contain the spread...</p><p></p><p>Mike Leary, spokesman for Berkshire Health Systems, echoed a sentiment being felt by healthcare organizations across the region….</p> Wed, 16 Jan 2013 22:31:50 +0000 Lucas Willard 55900 at http://wamc.org Region Still Hard Hit by Flu Outbreak http://wamc.org/post/vox-pop-open-forum-flu-2013-11613 <p>While it began in October, flu season has arrived in earnest this month with a vengeance -The Centers for Disease Control reports that flu is now widespread in 46 states.</p><p>In New York, state health officials say that flu vaccine is still available, but there may be some localized shortages because of late season demand.</p> Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:00:00 +0000 Patrick Donges 55869 at http://wamc.org Vox Pop : Open Forum - Flu 2013 : 1/16/13