December 4-8, 2023, is National Influenza Vaccination Week, a reminder for everyone 6 months and older that there’s still time to get a flu vaccine this season.
Each winter thousands of Americans die from flu. Flu vaccine is the best protection. To keep yourself and your loved ones healthy, get vaccinated during National Influenza Vaccination Week!
Getting a flu shot is the most safe and effective way of reducing your risk of contracting the flu.
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Since the start of the current flu season, Connecticut has had 12,000 flu cases with 153 hospitalized for the illness and one death so far.
In New England, Connecticut has the highest number of flu cases, and expectations project even higher cases in the coming months due to the holidays ahead.
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There’s still time! Every year flu puts thousands of children in the hospital. Getting your child a flu vaccine can lessen the flu’s more serious symptoms – reducing the risk of serious illness and flu-related hospitalization if they do get sick. Call your child’s doctor today to schedule their vaccine!
Did you know? The flu vaccine can be given at the same time as other vaccines, including those that protect against COVID-19. This National Influenza Vaccination Week, save time by scheduling your flu and COVID-19 vaccines at the same appointment. If you have questions, contact your healthcare provider.
One common misconception is that the flu is “no big deal.” That isn’t true. Even in a healthy person, the flu can lead to severe damage. The best protection from the flu is the flu vaccine. Protect yourself and your loved ones this National Influenza Vaccination Week by getting the vaccine.
What Flu Vaccines are Available?
Do not forget to call your child's or your own doctor to schedule your flu vaccine today! A protected family is a healthy home...
Use Vaccines.gov to find a location near you to make an appointment.
For more information about the flu and other related topics, please visit;
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention “Influenza Vaccine Safety” https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/vaccinesafety.htm
Misconceptions about Seasonal Flu and Flu Vaccines: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/misconceptions.htm
Bridgeport Immunization Action Plan Program (IAP) is your local immunization resources program,
Serving the towns of Bridgeport, Greenwich and Stamford
