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Dear friends,
The flu season is here — and one of the
best ways to keep yourself and others healthy is to get your flu shot. The
flu shot is an effective and safe vaccination against the seasonal flu. And, you can get a flu shot at
your local Planned Parenthood health center today!
Like COVID-19, the seasonal flu is an
upper respiratory illness, and trust us — you don’t want to risk catching
both at the same time. During the pandemic, everyone over the age of six
months should get a flu shot (unless you’re allergic, then talk to your
provider).
We’re here for you! Schedule an appointment at your nearest
Planned Parenthood health center or ask your provider
about adding a flu shot at your visit this month. The flu shot is
covered by most insurance plans or available at a low cost if you’re paying
out of pocket.
We all must do our part to
stay safe and healthy this year. I’ve got you covered—just follow these 5
tips during flu season:
DR. NICOLE'S 5
TIPS FOR A HEALTHY FLU SEASON
- Always wear your mask when
you’re not around people you live with
- Maintain 6 feet of distance
from others, and avoid contact with anyone who’s sick
- Wash your hands frequently
(remember: for 20 seconds of scrubbing, sing the birthday song!)
- Don’t touch your face with
unwashed hands
- Disinfect high-touch
surfaces (doorknobs, tables, keyboards, your phone) often
And
remember, don’t delay your care. You
can make an appointment at one of our health centers or schedule a
virtual telehealth visit to connect to your Planned Parenthood provider
wherever you are!
Stay healthy,
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Dr. Nicole J. Phillips, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Associate Medical Director, Primary Care Services
Planned Parenthood of Southern New England
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