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Flu Cases Climbing In Connecticut: Here Are The Latest Numbers Flu Cases Climbing In Connecticut: Here Are The Latest Numbers
Flu Cases Climbing In Connecticut: Here Are The Latest Numbers If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, now may be the time as the virus is spreading. Officials from the Connecticut State Health Department announced this week that the flu is spreading rapidly throughout the state, with some hospitals reportedly limiting visitation to prevent the spread of the virus. According to officials, "in Connecticut, the Department of Public Health uses multiple systems to monitor circulating influenza viruses. During the influenza season, weekly flu updates are posted from October of the current year, through May of the following year. Annual summaries are also …

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Horse Tests Positive For West Nile In Greenwich Horse Tests Positive For West Nile In Greenwich
Horse Tests Positive For West Nile In Greenwich The first domestic animal cases of West Nile virus infection for the year have been found in the state, according to the Connecticut Department of Agriculture. A 25-year old miniature horse from Greenwich with an abnormal gait and an 18-year-old horse from Glastonbury found lethargic and not eating last month, both tested positive for the virus after diagnostics testing, said officials with the department. The miniature horse was treated and is recovering, said officials.  The Glastonbury horse's condition continued to deteriorate and it was humanely euthanized by a veterinarian. Both hors…

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by Kathy Reakes