Although hard to predict exactly when and how severe the season will be, there is no denying that flu season is coming. And combine the traditional seasonal flu season with the H1N1 flu that is getting so much press, you've got a very busy time. Because Primary Health Medical Group offers both Urgent Care and Family Practice options for patients, the upcoming months will no doubt be busy ones for our staff. Whether it is preparing for the season by giving vaccinations to our patients (last year we administered over 10,000 seasonal flu shots) or treating those patients that fear they've come down with the flu, we have 12 integrated locations that can serve their needs. This year, as in year's past, we've designated an "expert" in our clinics to advise us on all things flu related. Mark Michaud, MD will be leading our seasonal flu activities this year. And because of our large volume of patient visits, we've designated another one of our physicians, Jennifer Vincent, MD, to assist with precautionary and environmental systems related to the virus. Not only have these two physicians shown interest and skill in these areas, but their experience with PHMG throughout the years make them a natural fit. We look forward to serving the community this flu season, as we've done in year's past, to try and keep them healthy with immunizations - or treating the illness and getting them back on their feet.

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