The Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Woodridge

Flu season is coming early in parts of the United States: This time last year, flu cases were lower in Chicago than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. (YOUR TOWN-specific data is not available on Flu Trends.)

Overall in Illinois, activity is considered high now, while it was considered moderate at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends.

If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in Woodridge that offer the vaccine:

Osco Drug, 2317 75th St

Walgreens, 2501 75th St

CVS MinuteClinic, 8645 Woodward Ave

Dominick's Pharmacy, 2363 63rd St

More locations

According to this week's CDC Flu activity report, influenza levels are on the increase across the country. 

Five states – Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee – are reporting flu rates not normally seen until January, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The flu season normally peaks in January and February.

Holiday travel and more time spent indoors due to soggy weather will contribute to the spread of the flu virus, so now is the time to get vaccinated.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers the following information:

• Who should get vaccinated
• When to get vaccinated
• Selecting a flu vaccine
• Symptoms, complications and severity
• Treatment if you get the flu
• How flu spreads