Flu activity is picking up in Maryland, and we have seen some cases in the county. Flu vaccine is safe and effective, so we encourage everyone to get a flu vaccine this season. There are many options for busy families: check with your pharmacy, your doctor, or your health department to see how easy it is to get it! Don’t leave your flu protection up to chance: the holidays are right around the corner and who wants to be dealing with the fever, headache, sore throat, cough and muscle aches of the dreaded flu?