Shutdown would suspend CDC flu program during severe influenza season
The contingency plan for a government shutdown includes suspending the CDC's flu-fighting efforts.
Update: Officials said Friday night that flu response would be preserved. Read more here.
WASHINGTON — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention won’t be able to support its annual influenza program if the government shuts down at midnight, according to the contingency for federal health agencies posted Friday. This year’s timing coincides with an especially
