Reasons to get the flu shot
Flu season is here and it is important to get pneumonia and flu
vaccinations. Estimates are that 18 to 70 million Americans contract the flu
every year.
- Many people are resistant to getting their flu shot.
- Part of the reason is that many consider the flu to be a relatively minor illness like a cold.
- Influenza is actually a very serious disease.
- Around 36,000 people in this country die from the flu every year.
- Flu shots are not intended to prevent the spread of the flu from the healthy population to those who are most vulnerable.
- The thought of getting a shot is very uncomfortable for a percentage of the population, but many people are afraid of getting the flu after receiving the flu vaccine.
- Scientific studies have revealed that there is no difference in flu-like symptoms for adults who received the flu vaccine compared to adults who received a placebo injection.
This is why everyone above the age of 6 months should get a flu shot as
soon as possible. It is important to protect yourself, your family, and your
community.
Convenient, walk-in care for
Germantown, MD
We all want the best for our families, especially when it comes to
healthcare and preventive medicine. Medical Access provides convenient walk-in
care as an alternative to long waits in the emergency room. Their friendly
staff will carefully and quickly assess your needs and provide the appropriate
services, from preventive medicine to x-ray and lab services. Their facilities
are fully staffed and equipped in order to meet the demands of their patients
and their healthcare needs. Medical Access also presents comprehensive
Occupational Health Services to serve the needs of the business community. The
goal is to help minimize lost work time and keep your employees healthy and
working. Call them today or simply drop
in, as no appointment is needed to receive timely, quality urgent care during
cold and flu season.
