Although we enjoyed very low rates of influenza infection during last year’s flu season, it is suggested that last year’s low rates of influenza infection have left us more vulnerable to it this year. That’s because every flu season helps those who catch the flu develop some natural immunity, at least to the strains that return the following year. That makes being vaccinated against the flu especially important!
With the ongoing risk of COVID as new variants emerge, getting your flu shot has some extra bonuses this year. Protecting yourself and your family against influenza infection will lighten the load on our already strained healthcare system.
Furthermore, those who are at greater risk of catching the flu appear to also be more likely to catch COVID-19. And recent research suggests that the boost our natural immune system gets from the flu vaccine may help reduce the risks of having serious health problems that have been associated with COVID- 19 infection.
Do your part to avoid a tough flu season by getting vaccinated early! Now is the time to have your flu shot.
Courtesy of Vaccines411.ca
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