Swine flu isn't the only kind of flu Florida needs to be worried about.
According to Jacksonville.com, Florida has already been reported as having "widespread" flu activity for the week ending September 12. Since swine flu has had ideal conditions to spread, Health Department officials aren't sure if the situation will become worse once seasonal flu arrives.
St. Johns County Superintendent, Joseph Joyner urges residents to be vaccinated for the flu, and for swine flu, as soon as the vaccines are ready. Jacksonville.com reports that the swine flu vaccine will be available in early October.
While children over 10 will only need one of each vaccine, children under 10 possibly need two of each vaccine, reports WINKnews.com. Area health departments will offer free vaccines for children, while people who are under 25, the elderly, or pregnant are urged to get vaccinated.
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