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Steps To Protect Seniors This Flu Season<\/h2>\n

Most flu complications are preventable with early action, awareness, and support at home. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)<\/a> recommends these steps for preventing the flu from spreading:<\/p>\n

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Download our free printable guide on how to prevent the flu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Contact Assisting Hands West Austin to learn more about how we can help reduce exposure and support you while sick at (512) 999-7379 or by using the chat box on this page.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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