Have you been vaccinated yet? This year's strain of flu has been picking up steam following the holiday season. 

Although there isn't specific information for Broadneck, data for Maryland is on Google's Flu Trends, and it's currently at "intense" levels.

If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in Broadneck that offer the vaccine (besides your own doctor, of course):

• Rite-Aid, 1264 Bay Dale Dr., Arnold
• Safeway, 1451 Ritchie Hwy., Arnold
• Arnold Professional Pharmacy

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers the following information on the flu, and how to prevent its impact on you and your family:

• Who should get vaccinated
• When to get vaccinated
• Selecting a flu vaccine
• Symptoms, complications and severity
• Treatment if you get the flu
• How flu spreads