‘Not too late’: Local doctor encourages flu vaccines amid holiday gatherings

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – With temperatures dropping and families gathering for the holidays, doctors are preparing for an expected increase in flu cases as people spend more time indoors.

Dr. Andres Afanador of Novant Health New Hanover Primary Care said holiday gatherings create ideal conditions for flu transmission.

“They’re around a lot of friends and family. They’re passing bugs and germs back and forth,” said Dr. Afanador…

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