With more and more people getting sick, local pharmacies are seeing cold and flu relief medicines flying off the shelves.
Pharmacies 10News spoke to said they are also running into some issues with suppliers.
Inside South Bay Pharmacy in Chula Vista, pharmacists are seeing a trend of more and more people coming since last month. "This month we are seeing a lot go people with especially flu symptoms and they're confused on whether its covid or the flu," said Dr. Hala Jolagh, South Bay Pharmacy."Today especially after thanksgiving a lot of people are calling with - asking about if we have over-the-counter medication or the doctor sent them prescription medication for the flu," said Johagh.
The County Respiratory Virus Surveillance report released on November 23, shows the last week tracked there were 2,353 cases of the flu reported and 2,834 COVID-19 cases reported during the week of Nov. 23.We drove around town to see what local pharmacies have in stock."We can't keep them full," said Tammy, Point Loma Shelter Island Drug."Plus, our warehouse is out of stock and that holds us back a lot from filling the shelves," she explained.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Wish List 2022: Local nonprofits tell us what they need — and how you can helpHelp a charity for the holidays, check out PennLive’s 2022 “Wish List” featuring the needs of nonprofit organizations in central Pa.
Read more »
Local kids remain outdoors during winter thanks to Camptown programsFor some school-aged children, staying inside during the winter isn't the place to be. Instead of staying inside, they’re all participating in programming from the non-profit Camptown.
Read more »
'Artist Sunday' encourages residents to support local artists and shop their work in AkronWe've all heard of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and even Cyber Monday. However, 'Artist Sunday' is now gaining national attention.
Read more »
Shoppers delight in shopping local for Small Business SaturdayAre you shopping small this weekend? Small Business Saturday may be over, but the deals — and the chance to keep more of your money in your community — can still be found.
Read more »
Five local football teams primed for SoCal regional bowl gamesSierra Canyon, Birmingham, Granada Hills, Kennedy and Lancaster are each one win away from a CIF State final.
Read more »