GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting widespread flu activity across the country, including Michigan.
Dr. Dan McGee of Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital said it’s worse on the east side of the state, but West Michigan is starting to experience an uptick.
Muscles aches, a cough and a high fever are signs someone may be coming down with the flu.
“It’s important to avoid the emergency room if you can,” McGee said. “The emergency room this time of year gets very crowded so it’s important to talk to your physician first.”
Spectrum Health is encouraging patients seeking non-emergency care, like the onset of flu symptoms, to use MedNow. It is a one-on-one appointment with a doctor from a smartphone or computer.
Using the service allows sick patients to stay in their homes and prevents further spread of germs.
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