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Augusta Health issues flu warning for hospital visitors

Chris Graham

augusta healthDue to an increase in the spread of the flu in the area, Augusta Health has posted notices asking that children 12 years of age and younger not come to the hospital as visitors when at all possible.

Augusta Health is also asking that if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, please consider delaying your visit until you are feeling better.

  • Fever and or sore throat
  • New cough, wheezing or bronchitis symptoms
  • Cold symptoms: including sneezing and or runny nose
  • Rash
  • Vomiting and or diarrhea
  • Have been exposed to someone who has the flu

Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham, the king of "fringe media," a zero-time Virginia Sportswriter of the Year, and a member of zero Halls of Fame, is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, or subscribe to his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].