Monday, October 27, 2008

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Finding a Flu Shot Just Got Easier


Free Online Search Lists Over 35,000 Flu Shot Clinics

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Last year, fewer than 25 percent of children ages 6 to 23 months were fully immunized for the flu during the flu season. Since asthma and allergy patients already have chronic respiratory problems, the risks associated with getting the flu can be greater for them.

So the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is making it easier for the 20 million Americans with asthma and the 50 million with allergies to find flu shot clinics with a free 'Flu Shot Finder' at www.aafa.org.

The flu is a serious and potentially deadly viral infection that spreads easily and is a major concern, especially for people with other chronic respiratory diseases


Now, in many areas, leaf burning is illegal.
According to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, leaf burning creates air pollution, contributes to breathing problems and is a serious fire hazard. Moreover, burning leaves releases fine particles, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons into the air that are harmful to people with allergies, asthma or heart disease, the state DEQ says.
Several area communities, including Ypsilanti Township, have banned leaf burning. Ypsilanti Township Fire Marshal Phil Stachlewitz talks about what is and isn't allowed to be burned in the township



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