Benefits of the Flu Shot from a Primary Care Physician

The flu season is typically October through May. The flu shot is recommended annually for anyone 6 months of age and older.

If you haven’t had a flu shot this season, here’s why you should get one:

Benefits for you:
- Reduces your risks of catching the influenza virus.
- If you do still catch the influenza virus, it decreases the severity of symptoms.
- Reduces serious complications of the flu such as the risk of pneumonia and hospitalization.
- Protects friends and family members with chronic diseases.
Benefits for the community:
- Protects vulnerable people who can develop severe complications.
- Community immunity means the virus is less likely to spread to those who cannot be immunized such as babies younger than 6 months old.
- Reduced stress on the healthcare system.
- Less missed days from work and school.

Ask your provider for one at your next appointment or get one this season at your local pharmacy.

Michelle DiCostanzo, MD
Harrison Crawford Healthcare – 812-738-3086

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