Flu season is here. Are you prepared to fight against it? The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) gave one proven antidote to win- Get a Vaccination.
US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced on a press release the availability of Flu vaccines at Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services, at its Public Health Clinic.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Influenza (flu) is an infectious respiratory illness brought by flu viruses. It might result to mild to severe illness, and could even lead to death. CDC suggested that any person from six months old and up should be vaccinated against the flu. It further claimed that children younger than five years old, adults older than sixty five, persons with particular health conditions and pregnant women are more prone to acquiring flu-related complications and should be vaccinated.
Susan Buckley, DHHS public health director stated, "You may feel like you don't need a flu shot, if so, think about getting the vaccine on behalf of those you know who are more vulnerable than you - grandchildren, friends and family who are pregnant or may be immune compromised. You'll stay healthy as well as protecting those around you." The reason why a new vaccine was produced is to match with the changes in the virus. DHHS clearly explained from the release how virus changes from year to year.
Times Standard News related that another way to be safe from obtaining flu viruses is by frequent washing of hands. Everyone is also advised to cover their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing and to not leave the house when they are sick.
Those who are planning to get vaccinated should visit their normal healthcare providers or set appointments through DHHS. They can contact this number to set an appointment-707 268 2108. Appointments with the public health clinic are available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30 to 11 in the morning and Monday through Friday from 1 to 4 in the afternoon. The cost of each vaccination is $17.
Those under Medicare insurance program are welcome. Anyone who's interested but cannot afford the vaccine will not be rejected.