A Flu Shot Can Protect You This Fall
The flu (influenza) is a serious viral illness with symptoms
that include coughing, chills, muscle aches, high fever and
headaches. The flu can also cause potentially severe consequences
for the elderly, young children, pregnant women
and those diagnosed with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart
disease and asthma.
Why should I get a flu shot?
Receiving a flu shot every year is recommended. New strains of influenza make their presence known in the population annually. Due to this, the influenza vaccine is changed every year to best fight the latest form of the illness. With flu shots, what may have worked last year may not be designed to fight the flu this year.Influenza is a serious respiratory illness that can be protected against. Because antibiotics do not work against the flu, receiving a flu shot is the best way to protect yourself.
Where can I get a flu shot?
Contact your primary care clinic to set up an appointment or learn about special flu shot clinics. Discuss the flu vaccine with your primary care practitioner to determine whether it is appropriate for you. For most plans, you must receive your flu shot at your primary care clinic to ensure that it will be covered by Dean Health Plan.If you have questions regarding your coverage, please call our Customer Service Department at 608-828-1301 or toll-free at 800-279-1301.
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