2nd Flu Death of the Year Reported in Arkansas

A second flu death in Arkansas this season is being reported by the Arkansas Department of Health. The death was noted Tuesday in the release of the weekly flu report for the week that ended November 2nd. The first death of this flu season had... Read More.

Doctors urge vaccinations as Arkansans come down with the flu

With colder weather comes viruses and bugs, and doctors said people in Arkansas are already coming down with the flu. Doctors recommend frequent hand washing and staying home from work if you're sick, but the most important recommendation is to get vaccinated. The Arkansas Department of... Read More.
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Flu Activity in Arkansas Remains Low

The state’s flu report for the week ending October 12th shows that influenza in Arkansas remains low. The Arkansas Department of Health released its weekly flu report on Wednesday morning with these key points: • For Week 41, Arkansas reported “Sporadic” activity to the Centers for... Read More.

Flu Vaccine Clinic Thursday At Arkansas State Fair Grounds

The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) will offer flu vaccinations at the Arkansas State Fair Grounds Hall of Industry Building from 9:30 am to 6 pm on Thursday, September 26th. Annual flu vaccination is recommended for most adults and children six months and older. The... Read More.
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Pine Bluff Ranks Number Three In Flu Activity

  The Walgreens Flu Index has ranked Pine Bluff and Little Rock as the third most active areas for flu activity. The top area in the nation is Oklahoma City with Pine Bluff and Little Rock falling close behind. The best way to prevent the... Read More.

Arkansas Health Officials Report 4th Flu Death of Season

Arkansas health officials on Tuesday reported the fourth flu-related death of the season. The person who died was between the ages of 45 and 64, according to the state Department of Health. Three of the four flu-related deaths this season have been in that age... Read More.