01/05/2026
Flu cases are on the rise, leading to an increase in hospital visits. ⬆️🏥 To receive timely treatment, it's important to know where to seek care.
If your symptoms are manageable, first:
☎️ Call your primary care provider
🩺 or visit urgent care
If your symptoms become more severe:
🫁 Difficulty breathing
🤒 High fever that doesn’t respond to medication
🏥 You may need care in the emergency department
Learn the difference and be informed before you go: sphp.com/for-patients/think-before-you-go
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