LANSING, Mich. (WILX) – As families prepare to gather for the holidays, health officials are emphasizing the importance of flu vaccinations to protect against illnesses.
Dr. James Grant is the Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and says the flu is not a common cold and needs to be taken seriously.
“We need to be actually really careful about the flu. Some people just think it’s nothing but a cold. Some people will actually pass away from the flu,” said Grant. “If you’re sick, don’t go to any parties. Stay away from relatives, especially stay away from senior relatives.”…