Flu Shot More Important Than Ever This Year

 

As the end of 2020 approaches (thank goodness), the beginning of flu season begins. 

With Covid-19 still a serious health issue, it is more important than ever to get a flu shot this year for several reasons.

• The flu puts the respiratory system under a lot of stress. Covid-19 very often also affects the respiratory system in serious ways. These two viruses if contracted simultaneously or even one after the other would be very dangerous.
• Every year thousands of people require medical attention or even hospitalization because of the flu. With the current Covid-19 situation, more medical resources are already being used and, as a result, the combination of flu and Covid-19 cases would strain our healthcare system.
• Now is the time! Flu activity is currently low, so now is the perfect time to get it heading into flu season.

There are many free or low-cost places to get a flu vaccine, so don’t let the fear of cost stop you from protecting yourself and your loved ones. Find a free or low-cost vaccine clinic near year you. 

Find out more about influenza, the flu vaccine, and flu season during a Covid-19 pandemic.