From Jan. 15-21, Kentucky confirmed 309 new flu cases. That's half the number of cases reported during the first week of the year. Indiana is seeing a similar decline.

IU Health said most of its hospitals except Riley Children's Health, need assistance. 

Many sites are offering the shot for kids as well as boosters for adults. Anyone over the age of 18 is eligible for a booster.

Fischer announced five virus-related deaths Friday — the county's largest single-day death total thus far.