Flu and COVID on the Rise

By Gordon HopkinsCases of respiratory ailments, most notably influenza (flu) and COVID-19, are increasing both locally and throughout the state. Lana Likens, Director of Public Relations at Jefferson Community Health and Life (JCH&L), reported, “We are seeing increased cases of all respiratory illnesses - Influenza, COVID, and some cases of pneumonia. Gardenside began requiring masking …