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Siletz Communi “Cha-may weeya Medicine Talk Health Clinic It’s Virus Season Again! Shy About Flu Shots? Viruses are common this time of year. Here are the big three: Don’t be! They are safe and effective against influenza (the true flu). They cannot give you the flu, although about 5 percent to 10 percent of people may feel a little feverish or achy after the shot. A flu shot works by teaching your body to recognize a particular germ. The flu shot contains treated, dead virus that can’t infect you. These particles look enough like the real thing to teach your body to make antibodies. Then your body is ready if you come in contact with the live virus. Flu viruses change from year to year, so you need to get a shot every fall. You can get one later on, but the best protection is to get it before flu season starts. To avoid this nasty disease, get your flu shot today! • • • • • • • Head Cold Symptoms Sore throat Runny and/or stuffy nose Cough Congested ears Headache, dizziness Swollen glands Fever, chills • • • • Influenza Symptoms (Flu) Sore throat and nasal congestion (sometimes) Muscle aches (sometimes very uncomfortable) Dry cough Headache, dizziness Fatigue Fever, chills • • “Stomach Flu” Symptoms Nausea, vomiting Abdominal cramps, diarrhea • • One of the best ways to prevent a cold or flu is to wash your hands frequently and keep them away from your eyes, nose, and mouth. Avoiding crowds also helps. Get a flu shot! Save yourself the misery of the flu. Penicillin or other antibiotics do not help viral infections like the flu or colds. Casey Bolan Clinic Hires New Receptionist The clinic has a new receptionist, Casey Bolan, who has been working at the clinic for the past three months. Casey is a Siletz Tribal member. She grew up in Washington with her family, among the Quinault Indians. She has lived in the Siletz area for the past eight years, graduating from Newport High School in 1994. Casey says that her job is much different than what she expected and she finds it challenging. She likes working with people and really enjoys working with her co-workers. When she’s not working, she enjoys bowling with her boyfriend of two years, baking and boating. Do you know someone who needs a flu shot but would have trouble getting to the clinic? A nurse can come to their home! Call the clinic for more information - 541-444-1030. Census, con’t from page 11 Academic Research • Analyze social and economic trends and population growth. • Basis for countless types of academic research. Business and Marketing • Select sites for retail stores and new plants and assess labor pools. • Select locations for marketing goods and services. State and Local Government Programs • Prepare redistricting plans for state legislatures and local governments. • Develop social services programs, including programs for the elderly and disabled. • Assess transportation systems and improve commuting patterns. National, Regional, and Local Organizations • Assess the social and economic progress of population groups and develop program goals and policies. • Establish regional transportation systems. • Identify areas for low-cost housing programs. • Establish occupational and vocational education programs. • Plan school district boundaries and school construction. • Assess the need for state housing bonds for below-market interest rates on mortgages. Information for this article provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21
