The number of flu-related illnesses in Arkansas is increasing, according to the state Department of Health. So far, 13 deaths have been reported, which is higher than this time last year.
As News Director, Michael Hibblen oversees daily news coverage for KUAR. He handles assignments for the news staff, helps develop story ideas and edits copy. Michael isresponsible for starting a news-sharing partnership between public radio stations in Arkansas in 2009 which laid the foundation for what became Arkansas Public Media. He is also a regular panelist and fill-in host on AETN's Arkansas Week, where journalists discuss issues in the news.
Dr. Chad Rodgers with Little Rock Pediatric Clinic, says babies and toddlers should be vaccinated against influenza before the end of this month. Experts…