Prevent the flu - Get your Flu Shot at New Medical Center, Tifton

As you already know that flu is rampant in our community this season. Do you have everything to fight with the flu? Start with flu shot, now available at South Georgia’s trusted- New Medical Center, Tifton

Knowing the flu—short for influenza

It is an illness caused by influenza viruses infecting the nose, throat, and lungs. Flu spreads easily and can cause serious problems, especially for young children, older people, pregnant women, and people with certain long-term medical conditions (e.g. asthma/diabetes).

Is the flu serious?

It varies from mild to serious; we cannot be sure who will be on which side. But to note, children with long term medical complications or younger than 5 years are at greater risk of hospitalization if caught the flu. So needless to press on the point whether to go for the shot or not! It is evident. If your search history already says, ‘flu shot near me’, you have found it!

Flu shot now available at New Medical Center (NMC) Tifton Georgia. Please take the shot to keep you and your loved ones safe. Dr. Chainani and his expert team is at your service.

Here is all you need to know about the Seasonal Flu Shot.

Flu shot to shoo away the Influenza Virus

Influenza vaccines, also known as flu shots, are vaccines that protect against infection by influenza viruses.

Did you know?

New versions of the flu vaccines are developed twice a year, as the influenza virus rapidly changes. While their effectiveness varies from year to year, most provide modest to high protection against influenza.

Who should and who should not get a flu vaccine?

In the United States, everyone (6 months and older) should get an influenza (flu) vaccine every season; rare exceptions.

Note- Taking into consideration the severity of the 2010-2011 flu season, CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has made the flu shot “universal” recommendation

What is the effectiveness of the seasonal flu shot?

As the suitability of a person varies for the flu shot, so does the effectiveness of the shot. Major determining factors are age, health status of the person getting the vaccine and the similarity or “match” between the viruses in the vaccine and those in circulation.

List of benefits that are enough for you to get up and get your flu shot

1. Can protect you from getting sick with the flu.

2. Several studies show flu shots help to reduce severity of illness in people who get flu shots but still catch flu.

3. Can reduce the risk of flu-associated hospitalization.

4. It is an important preventive tool for people with certain chronic health conditions.

5. When taken during pregnancy, it helps protect pregnant ladies from flu during and after pregnancy and helps protect their infants from flu in their first few months of life.

6. It can be lifesaving for children.

7. Getting vaccinated yourself may also protect people around you; One shot, many effects- good ones!

Worried about the side effects?

Well, there are hardly any, and if at all you experience them, they are still better than catching a flu, aren't they? here are some common & easily treatable effects-

- Soreness, redness, and/or swelling from the shot.

- Headache.

- Fever.

- Nausea.

- Muscle aches.

RISK OF SIDE EFFECTS OF VACCINE IS FAR LESSER THAN CATCHING FLU

Meanwhile, here is a list of other tried and true measures to take to help prevent the spread of flu:

• Frequent and thorough handwashing with soap and warm water. Alcohol based gels are the next best thing in case.

• Cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow or arm to help prevent the spread of the flu.

• Avoid touching your face as flu germs can get into the body through mucous membranes of the nose, mouth, and eyes.

• Stay indoors if you have caught it already.

Do you have any other queries? The empathetic experts in the team of Dr. Chainani are here to solve all of them. You just need to get in touch.

Ask, know, make informed decisions, and take a step towards responsible & healthy living.

Book your slot for the flu shot at NMC, Tifton today. ‘’Get the shot, not the flu’’