What is Influenza (also called Flu)? The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.

Scott Emergency Communications Center recognizes the following for their dedicated years of service at the SECC Board meeting on October 20th at 3:30 pm 5 Years: Travis Nielsen (10/17/2011)

Virtual Visits--Access to care online at any time! When you don't feel well, or your child is sick, the last thing you want to do is leave the confort of your home to sit in a waiting room. Now, you don't have to. A Virtual Visit lets you see and talk to a doctor from your mobile device or computer without an appointment. Most visits take about 10-15 minutes and doctors can write a prescription, if needed, that you can pick up at your local pharmacy.

How Cigarettes Could Send Your Retirement Up in Smoke It's probably obvious even to non-smokers that cigarettes have gotten more costly over the years. About 20 years ago, in 1996, the average retail price of a pack of cigarettes was around $1.85. Today, it's close to $7.30. No matter where you live or how much you pay per pack, your smoking habit is stealing from your retirement.