INDIANAPOLIS The ongoing government shutdown is disrupting services across the country, including right here in Indiana. Local health departments warn the shutdown could hinder preparations for what may be another active flu season.

Melissa McMasters, administrator for the immunization and infectious disease program at the Marion County Public Health Department, said the lack of federal data could create major challenges for local health officials.

There are concerns, McMasters said. Information that only the CDC puts out, not having that might cause problems in the future.

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McMasters is referring to the flu data provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention information now on hold amid the government shutdown.

A lot of the reports that come out of t

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