The Springfield-Greene County Health Department says the area is seeing a record breaking amount of flu cases.
During a virtual press conference Tuesday, spokespeople for the department reported over 1,000 cases during the flu season, including nearly 900 so far in November.
That number marks the most severe November flu outbreak in the area in 20 years.
Reports say the next highest November in terms of flu cases was 230 reported cases in 2009.
Officials encourage you to get a flu vaccine in order to protect yourself and others.
If you are interested in scheduling a time to get vaccinated for the flu, COVID-19 or other diseases, visit vaccine417.org or dial 417-874-1211.