With Halloween just about a week away, the only thing scarier than the amount of Halloween candy we have stowed away is the reminder that flu season is also upon us. Peak season has habitually been the winter months, but how early the influenza epidemic begins varies year to year. According to the CDC, “yearly vaccination is the first and most important step in protecting against flu”. It is important to know the facts so that you can take the preventative steps to protect you and your family.
Get Vaccinated.
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older gets a seasonal flu vaccine. Children under 5 years, adults over 65 years, and pregnant women are all at a higher risk for developing flu related complications.
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Engage in Healthy Practices.
Thoroughly washing hands and covering a cough or sneeze are simple ways to help prevent spreading germs. Avoid touching your mouth, nose, or eyes, as they are key access points for germs. If someone in your home does become ill, they should remain home to reduce exposure to others, and common surfaces should be sanitized.
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Preventative care practices will help in protecting your family this season. Doctors Express Saugus is open from 8am to 8pm weekdays and even open on the weekends to administer the flu vaccine. Come down today, no appointment necessary.
Doctors Express, a unique group of urgent care medical facilities, opened in response to a growing need for immediate physician care in a convenient, comfortable environment. Founded in 2005, our mission is to treat every patient with respect and compassion, and to serve our communities by providing the highest quality medical care.
