What you need to know…
We are still in the grasp of flu season...and it’s been a tough one so far! Young children, especially those under 6 months of age who cannot receive the immunization, and the elderly are at higher risk for flu complications, which can even lead to death. In light of past public debate regarding the vaccine’s effectiveness, it is still your best option to preventing the flu. Undoubtedly some protection is better than none! So…. if you haven’t received a flu vaccination yet, visit your provider or neighborhood pharmacy to secure one NOW!
At the same time, you can discuss receiving a zoster vaccination to protect against shingles if you are over 60 years of age. Shingles is a painful, often times debilitating and chronic, disease. One in every three people will develop shingles, and some may even suffer more than one occurrence.
As well, speak to your provider regarding the pneumonia vaccine – there are now two vaccines which every adult over 65 (or younger, with health issues) should receive. Whether you have already received one or two, or none, determine which you might still need NOW!
If you are uninsured or your insurance does not cover the vaccine, call our program at 858-2373 or 858-2371 to determine if we can help you obtain the vaccine through our local health department clinic.
So be proactive and receive the immunizations that can prevent seriousillness or even death!