Ohio Department of Health: Now more than ever, it is important to get a flu shot

Friday, November 20, 2020

Ohio Department of Health: Now more than ever, it is important to get a flu shot

With the flu season coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging everyone older than 6 months of age to get a flu shot to help protect themselves and their communities. It’s especially important for those at increased risk of developing serious flu-related complications, including:

Children and infants.
Adults age 65 and older.
Pregnant women (and women up to two weeks postpartum).
Adults with serious or chronic health conditions, such as heart disease, lung disease, asthma, kidney disease, cancer, and diabetes.

Maintaining routine vaccinations can help prevent illnesses, reduce stress on the healthcare system, and protect at risk and vulnerable populations during the pandemic. While a seasonal flu shot will not prevent COVID-19, it may reduce the risk to you and your loved ones from becoming seriously ill with the flu.

You can get your flu shot in one of the many ways, although it is recommended you call ahead to ensure the location you are visiting has the vaccine in supply:

Make an appointment with your doctor.
Visit a local pharmacy, urgent care center, or walk-in clinic.
Attend a drive-through or curbside vaccination clinic in your community, if available.

For more information, visit the Ohio Department of Health flu website or the CDC flu website.

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