Winter 2017

Get vaccinated this flu season

Flu seasons vary in severity, with millions of Americans getting sick each year. The best chance of fighting back is to get vaccinated.

How effective is the flu shot? Each year, vaccinations prevent:

As part of Moda Health Month’s Flu Vaccination Month, check out what Portland Trail Blazers CJ McCollum and his mom, Kathy, have to say about getting vaccinated and staying well this flu season. 

Who should get vaccinated? 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends anyone age six months and older get an annual flu shot, with an emphasis on high-risk groups that include:

Here are a few things to keep in mind when planning your annual flu shot: 

Reduce your risk of catching the virus this flu season. Visit your doctor’s office or neighborhood pharmacy today to get vaccinated!

Behind the scenes of the Flu Vaccination Month video:

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