US - The flu has been spreading fiercely across the United States, with 41 states reporting widespread activity and that will cost employers and businesses big time, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The CDC says the seasonal flu will cost businesses nearly $10.5 billion dollars in direct costs for hospitalizations and outpatient visits for adults.
And that number does not include such costs as sick pay, work delays and lost productivity.
The CDC recommends everyone six months old and older get vaccinated.
Posted: 05/23/13 - Julie Luton of Bonham took home the top honor of the evening at the recent volunteer banquet hosted by the Fannin County Children’s Center. Luton was named the CASA Volunteer of the Year for her work in advocating for abused and neglected children in foster care. Read More
Posted: 05/22/13 - (Idabel, Okla.) – For anyone interested in learning more about building preservation, Idabel Main Street will host “Historic Building Maintenance,” a workshop on the care and maintenance of the historic district, June 25th, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm, at the Idabel Public Library. Read More
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
