Unable to get a flu shot? Experts encourage pro-active infection prevention, including frequent hand washing.
A shortage of vaccine has forced area employers to cancel the annual employee flu shot drive, leaving the workplace exposed to infection and higher absenteeism. Some firms are preparing contingency plans to cover for sick workers, and to deal with "presenteeism." Experts say sick workers who drag themselves to the office can be as big a drain on productivity as absenteeism. Tell Us: What is your contingency plan? Are you concerned about the flu?