Lawmakers tweet about flu season

The days might be getting longer and warmer, but flu season is also spreading, according to Congress and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 

{mosads}Rep. Jeff Denham (R-Calif.) already got his flu shot, tweeting a photo earlier this week, and he and other members of Congress are urging their constituents to take precautions this winter.

I just got my season flu shot, and I encourage you to visit cdc.gov/flu for tips on how to stay healthy too! twitter.com/RepJeffDenham/…

— Jeff Denham (@RepJeffDenham) January 8, 2013

On Wednesday, Boston Mayor Thomas Menino (D) declared a public health emergency in response to widespread reported cases of influenza. Massachusetts Reps. James McGovern (D) and Niki Tsongas (D) both tweeted out warnings to their followers.

Flu season is hitting Massachusetts hard.Some great information from the CDC on what you can do to stay healthy: cdc.gov/flu/

— Rep. James McGovern (@RepMcGovern) January 9, 2013

Flu season in #MA is off to an early and deadly start, @massdph has info on how to keep your family healthy: go.usa.gov/43CG

— Niki Tsongas (@nikiinthehouse) January 9, 2013

Rep. Jim Renacci (R-Ohio) got proactive as well.

This year’s flu season is hitting earlier and harder than usual. Here are some tips to help you stay healthy! fb.me/2t3aTFQVx

— Jim Renacci (@RepJimRenacci) January 9, 2013