As flu season picks up steam, "Seattle Mama Doc" Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson of Seattle Children’s hospital shares tips to keep your kids healthy during ongoing flu season.

Current Flu Statistics

-- WA Department of Health: 86 people have died of the flu this season

-- 37 children have died in the U.S.

-- Every part of continental U.S. has “widespread” flu activity

Pediatric flu concerns: Why is the flu killing kids?

Flu Vaccine

-- Not too late to get vaccinated

-- This year’s match is projected to be roughly 30% effective

-- Getting the flu vaccine may make your illness milder & you may recover more quickly

-- Minimize contact with vulnerable populations in hospitals or long-term care facilities

Peaking Strains

-- H3N2

-- H1N1

Emergency Room vs. Primary Care Doctor

-- If you have dehydration concerns = ER/ED

-- If you have breathing concerns = ER/ED

-- Fevers = pediatrician/primary care

-- Vomiting = pediatrician/primary care