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Jasper County Flu Numbers Increase

By: Jennifer Penate
Updated: January 23, 2013
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JOPLIN, MO.--- Joplin Health Department officials say Jasper County has seen a total of 344 reported flu cases since flu season started. 121 of those were in Joplin. Officials say the type of flu strain they're seeing has shifted.

Health clinics are treating more patients with flu type "A." That strain is generally stronger than type "B." Health experts say this could really increase the demand for health care in the next month.

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