KMBC: Flu shots up 30% this year amid pandemic

Health officials are bracing for what could be a tough flu season as the pandemic continues.

KMBC talked to Dr. Sarah Boyd, infectious disease physician at Saint Luke's, about how COVID-19 precautions could help lower numbers and why you should get the flu shot now.

Watch the full story below.

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